Because of its location in South Florida, FHE Health is accustomed to working with Spanish-speaking patients and/or families. While the treatment needs of this demographic are quite similar to those of the broader population—anxiety, depression, PTSD, substance abuse and suicide occur at similar rates within the Latino ... Read More
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Frozen Actor Kristen Bell Opens Up About Depression and Mental Health
"There was no logical reason for me to feel this way. I was at New York University, I was paying my bills on time, I had friends and ambition— but for some reason, there was something intangible dragging me down." --Kristen Bell on her first experience with depression If you're a fan of Disney's Frozen, you may be ... Read More
Treatment for Heroin Addiction & Detox
Our treatments for heroin addiction involve a detox process along with residential or intensive outpatient programming. Clients benefit from holistic care that includes 24-hour monitoring and support, one-on-one and group therapy, and medications that help manage withdrawal symptoms. At FHE Health, we administer ... Read More
How Marijuana Can Be Harder to Kick Than Other Drugs – A Q&A With a Recovering User
Roughly 30 percent of people who use marijuana have some degree of a marijuana use disorder, according to a report by the National Institute on Drug Abuse. Yet most Americans probably don’t know that, thanks to this country’s new and growing love affair with pot. As the number of states legalizing medical and ... Read More
About Crack Cocaine
"Crack cocaine" is the term for the crystal form of cocaine. Like cocaine, crack is highly addictive but is also the most potent form of cocaine. As the free base form of cocaine, crack is smoked and is known for its intense high. During the mid-1980s, crack abuse reached epidemic levels in many major U.S. cities, but ... Read More
5 Life Lessons I’ve Learned in Recovery
I know we often hear people say hindsight is 20/20 - and let me tell you this has never been more relevant than it is now. If I could go back and change how everything played out, honestly, I wouldn’t change a thing. I am constantly reminded that everything is exactly as it should be. Life is an ever-evolving journey ... Read More
5 Mental Health Conditions That Service Animals Treat
When an individual is recovering from addiction or a mental health disorder such as anxiety or depression, it's normal for them to experience episodes of loneliness, fear, confusion, low self-esteem, lack of motivation and worry over the future. Robust treatment that includes rehab, psychotherapy, and support group ... Read More
Amphetamine Addiction Treatment & Detox
Like many drugs, amphetamines were originally manufactured as a treatment for serious medical conditions. Commonly prescribed for attention deficit disorder and narcolepsy, amphetamines are also misused to promote weight loss and prolonged wakefulness. These drugs stimulate the central nervous system, resulting in ... Read More
