Marijuana is often regarded as a type of "miracle drug" that provides relief for many conditions. It's often sought after for its ability to reduce anxiety levels or physical pain. However, despite its many advantageous properties, there are side effects of using marijuana that are not widely known or discussed. ... Read More
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Unrealistic Beauty Standards, Mental Health, and Their Eye-Catching Relationship
Like most teenagers, Lindsay goes on social media to pass the time when she's not busy with school or homework. Many of the influencers she follows use filters on photos, and some edit a lot before posting them. When looking at these refined and unrealistic photos, she feels that by comparison, she's imperfect and ... Read More
27 Signs That a Teen May Be Traumatized
Trauma can be extremely difficult to quantify and recognize, especially in children and teenagers. At their core, traumatic events are experiences that cause physical, emotional or psychological harm. Trauma can also be extremely variable: An event that causes lasting distress in one person may not have a significant ... Read More
Breathwork Therapy
Mental health and addiction issues are multi-faceted and can be complex to treat. That is why FHE Health offers a range of therapeutic services that can address the root causes and symptoms of these disorders. One of these services is breathwork therapy. It is an innovative holistic treatment that we make available ... Read More
How the “Weight of the Badge” Affects First Responders’ Mental Health
"He swore that oath to protect and serve Pours his heart and soul into both those words Lays his life on the line The line he walks is razor fine Tempered strength is always tough But he ain't gonna buckle Under the weight of the badge" -George Strait, Weight of the Badge In a song that celebrates the ... Read More
The State of Addiction and Mental Health in an Election Season
Americans have been demanding improvements in mental health and addiction treatment access and insurance coverage for some time. While there's no doubt that there has been progress, especially since the passage of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and its insurance coverage mandates regarding mental health and substance ... Read More
Robot Pet Therapy a Growing Trend: Does It Work?
Often used for surgical assistance, robots are making their way into medical clinics, too. Though it may be tempting to envision these devices as merely structures of wire and steel, think again: In some clinical settings, robots are covered in fur and even bark. If you're familiar with the film The Stepford Wives, ... Read More
Must Love Dogs and Cats: Benefits of Animal-Assisted Therapy
Improved immune system, reduced blood pressure, reduced stress and anxiety levels and enhanced self-esteem; these may sound like the promises of the newest medication to hit the market. However, they don't just come from a medication; these are the time-tested benefits of a drug-free treatment called Animal-Assisted ... Read More
