Addiction treatment methods are often extremely misunderstood. Many individuals genuinely believe the false rumors and the myths that surround addiction treatment methods. Did you know that out of people who need to get treated, only 10% actually do? That is an insane number when there are so many options available. So ... Read More
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What You Need to Know About Gabapentin Abuse
Although it has been tested as a low potential for addiction, Gabapentin abuse is slowly becoming one of the leading overdose killers. Called “johnnies” or “gabbies” when taken for recreational use, it is usually mixed with heroin and other opioids to enhance the euphoric effect they have on an individual’s brain. It ... Read More
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If a drug or alcohol problem or any other mental health condition is ruining your life, you need to know that life can get better— exponentially. At FHE Health (FHE), we understand the feelings of helplessness, isolation, and despair that often accompany a struggle with mental health or addiction. We want you to ... Read More
Learning to Let Go: Facing Cravings in Treatment
Making the choice to quit using substances and start addiction treatment is one of the best possible decisions you can make for your life. It is completely natural to feel nervous about going to addiction treatment, but know that the difficulty of the process pales in comparison to taking that initial step to get ... Read More
6 Hobbies to Try Out in Addiction Treatment
Addiction treatment is considered one of the most vital steps in an individual’s recovery for achieving long-term sobriety. The design and structure of addiction treatment centers are so that all of the patient’s activity is monitored, the days are structured, and the environment is safe for guiding them through the ... Read More
The Relationship Between Drugs and Media
Drug and alcohol use is depicted everywhere in the media. These days, you can't turn on the TV or go on the internet without seeing or reading about the use of drugs and alcohol. It's on the news; it's shown on TV shows; it's discussed at length in print media and publications. It's even shown in movies. For someone ... Read More
How Drugs Affect Your Cognitive Functioning
How Drugs Affect Your Cognitive Functioning Drug addictions affect our livelihood. An insidious function of the drug tells us 'we can conceal it', 'it is your secret', yet it begins to affect everything. Our family, our friends, our children, our careers, it seems like nothing we can do can help. This downward cycle ... Read More
How to Handle Heroin Withdrawal (plus 5 helpful tips)
Heroin withdrawal can be challenging, but these tips can help you manage symptoms. Get help with opioid withdrawal symptoms so you can beat your addiction. Heroin is a highly addictive drug that poses multiple health risks. More than 68,000 people died in 2020 from overdosing on opioid drugs like heroin. It's ... Read More