Marijuana is the most popular drug in the United States outside of alcohol, with 15% of the US population partaking on a regular basis. This number is even higher among those 18 to 29, with 26% admitting to use. As the legalization movement continues to grow — as of 2024, it's legal for recreational use in 24 states ... Read More
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Can You Overdose on CBD?
Cannabidiol (CBD) oil is growing in popularity, mostly due to recent legalization and its frequently touted effectiveness in treating common ailments. CBD is used as a treatment for a wide range of illnesses and ailments. Unfortunately, most people are unaware of which dose is best. The responsible use of CBD oil to ... Read More
Smoking Xanax: Dangers and Effects
Xanax is a popular, anti-anxiety medication that belongs to a class of "benzodiazepine" or "benzo" drugs. These drugs are known for their calming effects. When taken as prescribed, Xanax and other drugs in the same class (Ativan, Klonopin, etc.) relieve the symptoms of clinically diagnosed conditions such as anxiety or ... Read More
Vagus Nerve Stimulation for Mental Health: An Expert Interview with Dr. Bishop
Its initial use was for epilepsy in the late 1990’s, via an implantable device in the neck. Since then, “vagus nerve stimulation” (VNS) has shown much wider therapeutic promise, including as a non-invasive treatment for PTSD, depression, and substance addiction. That is why FHE Health, in its mission to revolutionize ... Read More
Help for When a Learning Disability Causes Mental Health Issues
Learning disabilities are often assumed to only affect children — especially when it comes to performance in school. But learning disabilities in adults can also be particularly impactful, especially as a condition that frequently coincides with mental health disorders including depression, anxiety and others. In ... Read More
What’s My Tipping Point? 5 Signs That Job Stress Is Toxic
We've all had those situations come up at work — when it feels like you're given more than you can handle, so your responsibility and anxiety start playing off each other. You get a new boss who's a nightmare, you've made a mistake that has had enormous consequences or you're having too many expectations put on you at ... Read More
Who We Treat: Union Members
Members of labor unions and fraternal organizations face unique stressors that can negatively affect their mental health or trigger substance use issues. At the same time, they also enjoy the unique benefits that union membership confers, such as: Better wages and job benefits (especially healthcare insurance ... Read More
The Dangers of Combining Alcohol and LSD
Hallucinogenic drugs such as LSD have been party staples for decades. Some people take them for therapeutic or spiritual reasons, as a means for achieving higher understanding, while others are just looking for an escape. Unfortunately, alcohol is often present in settings where LSD is used, and in some cases, a ... Read More
