Business Leaders Hear from Experts on Mental Health, First Responders with Help from FHE Health Last Tuesday, the subject of mental health and first responders drew more than 50 women to a sold-out luncheon hosted by the Women’s Council of the Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce. The July 26 event, “From the ... Read More
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Is Procrastination a Sign of a Mental Health Issue?
Procrastination is something that happens to everyone at some point. Whether it's letting the dishes pile up in the sink, pushing the grocery shopping to another day, or waiting until the last minute to prep for a presentation at work, it's normal to put off things we don't want to do. But when is procrastination a ... Read More
Experiencing Mood Swings? They Could Be This.
For some people, experiencing mood swings is just part of daily life. While you may be managing these rapid mood changes, it's important to identify the root cause so you can improve your overall quality of life. Learn about the signs of mood swings and some common underlying causes you may be unaware of. Once you ... Read More
How to Get Help for Someone Who Is Depressed
Depression is incredibly common in the United States. Over the course of a year, almost seven percent of the adult population experiences at least one major depressive episode. Further, almost a third of those with depression are also suffering from an anxiety disorder. However, for those living with negative ... Read More
The Dangers of Combining Antipsychotics and Alcohol
Due to the prevalence of alcohol in American society—86 percent of American adults drink alcohol to some extent—many people feel safe mixing alcohol with just about any substance under the sun. This can mean allergy medication, OTC anti-inflammatories, antidepressants, anti-anxiety pills, and, yes, antipsychotics. ... Read More
How Fears of Abandonment May Mask Borderline Personality Disorder
Updated January 9, 2025 BPD brings many challenges, especially the fear of abandonment. This fear can disrupt emotional stability and affect decision-making, particularly in relationships. It can strain connections, causing turmoil for both the person with BPD and those close to them. To learn how to support ... Read More
What It’s Like Living With a Personality Disorder
Personality disorders are less discussed than mental illnesses such as anxiety and depression, but they still play a prominent role in society. Around 10-13% of people worldwide live with a personality disorder, most of which begins in the teen years. Borderline personality disorder isn't as common as other forms of ... Read More
What Is It Like to Live With Borderline Personality Disorder?
For most people, a crisis is something that unexpectedly disrupts their lives but eventually resolves itself. A death in the family, sudden job loss or losing your home in a fire is a crisis. The way we deal with a crisis depends on many factors as well, such as how much family support and financial resources are ... Read More
