Finding employment with a criminal record is a struggle one in three adults in America faces. The Quarterly Journal of Economics reports that only 39% of employers are comfortable hiring someone who has been in trouble with the law. Although considerations like safety insurance policies can improve this number, some ... Read More
FHE Commentary
As behavioral health news breaks it is often covered by organizations that may not understand the issue thoroughly or the consequences it will bring. In this section, the industry leading addiction and behavioral health treatment center, FHE Health tackles the current cultural phenomenons and happenings. Behavioral health is complex, and when you need it explained, it helps to have an expert to help you understand.
“Ban the Box”: How and Who It Helps in a Job Search
No More Shame Story: Alaina H.
Trigger Warning: The following article mentions sexual trauma, self-harm, and suicide. “Someday I’m going to sell my life story to Lifetime Movies and become a millionaire,” Alaina H. joked in a recent interview. Having a sense of humor has helped her navigate her mental health journey and served as a coping tool ... Read More
Can Tighter FDA Regulations on Nicotine Reduce Addiction?
Nicotine use in the United States has changed throughout the decades. Restaurants used to have smoking and non-smoking sections. Cigarettes were allowed in bars and other public places. Tobacco and e-cigarette companies have used marketing techniques to make smoking more appealing to youth, which has led to an increase ... Read More
What New Funding for Mental Health Clinics Entails
Mental health isn't just important on an individual level—it's an essential element for strong communities. Unaddressed mental health needs are associated with increased rates of poverty, crime, and homelessness and can have a negative impact on local economies. They may also impact local health care costs, impede ... Read More
How .05 BAC Bills and Tighter Drunk-Driving Standards Work
Data released in mid-2021 by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) showed that the year was on pace for the highest number of drunk driving fatalities since 2006. U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg called it a crisis, saying, “More than 20,000 people died on U.S. roads in the first six ... Read More
Soundgarden’s Chris Cornell: Suicide a Likely Cause of Death
Chris Cornell was most well-known for his role as lead singer, guitarist and songwriter for the rock bands Audioslave and Soundgarden. Despite his massive success, Cornell spent years struggling with mental health conditions, including depression and substance abuse addictions. Ultimately, it was his depression that ... Read More
Stressed Out? Make the Most of Your Employer’s Resources
The U.S. workforce is burnt out, with 52% of people reporting they experience burnout due to their working conditions or the parameters of the job. When work becomes too stressful to manage, it's important to seek support to protect your mental health. Many employers offer employee benefit programs with ... Read More
The Opioid Crisis in Perspective: Deaths, Lawsuits and Reforms
In 2017, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) declared the opioid epidemic in the United States a "public health emergency." It's only been a few years since that has happened, but it seems a lot of progress has been made with the opioid crisis. We are now in a position to reflect on the situation and ... Read More
