We are excited to announce this year’s five undergraduate finalists for our annual “Hope for Healing Scholarship.” The annual initiative seeks to award two exceptional students in the field of mental and behavioral health (one undergraduate and one graduate) with a $5000 grant to support their studies. Now in its ... Read More
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Red Flags That a Relationship Is Bad for Your Mental Health
When a relationship is healthy, it is characterized by honesty, respect, trust, and open communication. Partners support one another and know how and when to compromise. Mental health is another very important factor in healthy relationships. It can play a role in determining the overall health of a relationship. It ... Read More
5 Touted Benefits of a “Sensory Deprivation Tank”
Does sensory deprivation tank therapy really help reduce depression and anxiety? Float therapy is an alternative treatment for mild depression and anxiety that aims to reduce stress, anxiety, depression, and even some medical conditions. But, what does science say about the benefits of short-term sensory ... Read More
Panic Attack vs Anxiety Attack: Is There a Difference?
You may have friends who've told you they're having an anxiety attack during a stressful situation. Another friend may have told you about a scary moment during a panic attack. You could be forgiven for assuming both friends were describing the same thing. But they're not. A panic attack and an anxiety attack can have ... Read More
How Chronic Stress Contributes to Mental Illness
If you are reading this, I would like to first offer my congratulations. Congratulations on surviving what is considered, for many, a challenging and stressful time of year. I’d like to take a moment to introduce myself. My name is Alaina. I went through the Restore (Mental Health) Program at FHE at the beginning of ... Read More
OCD Statistics
Unlike some mental health disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder is still not well-understood. It's a condition with a slow onset and acute symptoms that almost everyone experiences to some degree. The causes of Obsessive Compulsive-disorder (OCD) are also not very clear, although it's considered to be a brain ... Read More
FHE Health Donates $10,000 for Second Therapy Dog for Local First Responders
This month FHE Health drew local news coverage when it donated $10,000 to support the training of a second therapy dog for Broward County first responders. The presentation of the $10,000 check occurred in a ceremony at Broward IAFF Union Hall on December 10. Firefighter Dean Moreno and his yellow lab Oscar, ... Read More
How Long Does an Overdose Last?
If you or a loved one is abusing substances, the concern of an overdose happening is constant. An overdose can be accidental or intentional. Individuals can overdose on various substances, including illicit drugs, prescription medications, alcohol and more. While the risk of an overdose can be constant, it carries many ... Read More