Abusing cold medications by combining them with alcohol can be dangerous, but it doesn't always happen intentionally. Sometimes a person taking cold medicine will drink alcohol, not realizing it could lead to a negative drug interaction. Unfortunately, some people combine alcohol and cold remedies on purpose to achieve ... Read More
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4 Best Mental Health Apps, According to a Tech Enthusiast
Chris Foy is a SEO manager at FHE Health and has worked in the behavioral health industry for over 10 years. He is also a tech enthusiast and wrote this article after researching and personally testing out some of the most popular mental health apps. If you’ve ever listened to a podcast, you’ve probably been pitched ... Read More
The Revealing Link Between Stress and Memory
Memory allows us to recall past experiences, learn new information and make decisions, and it's essential to our everyday lives. But memory is also vulnerable to the effects of stress. Understanding the connection between stress and memory loss can help you mitigate the negatives. When under stress, our bodies release ... Read More
Why Are Women Less Likely to Seek Help for Alcoholism?
Alcohol use is common among adults in the United States, and around a quarter of adults say they have engaged in an activity such as binge-drinking within the past month. According to statistics from the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), more than 5% of individuals age 12 or older in the ... Read More
Political Media Consumption: A Survey of the Mental Health Impact
On April 18, 1930, a BBC news announcer had nothing to report, simply stating, "There is no news today." For the rest of the segment, listeners heard nothing but piano music. The idea of "no news today" seems foreign in a time when the newsreel never stops. Starting in June of 1980, when CNN introduced 24-hour news ... Read More
Prednisone Withdrawal Syndrome – How to Avoid It
Prednisone is a corticosteroid, commonly called a steroid, that closely resembles the natural steroid hormone cortisol. It suppresses the body's natural immune response to reduce inflammation, arthritis pain and the effects of a range of conditions. It's prescribed to treat or lessen the discomfort associated with ... Read More
What to Expect with a Teletherapy Appointment
What is teletherapy, and could it be the right option for you? If you're wondering what to expect from an online counseling appointment, this guide explains what teletherapy is, walks you through the process and addresses any concerns you may have about virtual therapy sessions. What Is Teletherapy? Teletherapy, also ... Read More
5 Tips to Quit Using Sleeping Pills
Up to 50 percent of adults in the U.S. experience insomnia. Many people go through acute insomnia or sleeplessness associated with life events such as severe illness, grief, or other stressors. Research also indicates that 15 percent of adults struggle with chronic insomnia, resulting from anxiety, depression, chronic ... Read More
