Battling addictive behavior is challenging overall, but can a known solution for one problem lead to lasting help for another? That's a question both scientists and the mental health professionals at FHE are pondering when it comes to GLP-1 medications. While most popularly known for diabetic treatment and weight loss, ... Read More
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What Is a Recovery Sponsor and Do You Need One?
When you're navigating the path to recovery from substance use disorder (SUD), you might hear people talking about getting a sponsor. But what does this mean, and is having a sponsor necessary for your journey? Understanding the role of sponsor in recovery programs can help you make informed decisions about your own ... Read More
Kelly Osbourne Mental Health
Kelly Osbourne is a British television star and singer. She's best known for her role in the MTV reality series The Osbournes as the daughter of rock star Ozzy Osbourne. Due to her dad's fame, Kelly has spent her entire life in the spotlight. As a teenager, she developed a drug and alcohol addiction and went to drug ... Read More
Why Peer Support Matters: How Shared Experience Strengthens the Path to Recovery
Once rehab is complete at a center like FHE Health, the work of long-term recovery begins. Fortunately, those on this journey don't have to go it alone. Peer support helps individuals change unhealthy behaviors and develop the coping skills they need to continue avoiding drug or alcohol use. A 2021 study found ongoing ... Read More
Can Depression Go Away On Its Own?
Many people struggling with mental health issues may wonder whether depression goes away on its own. While it's possible for mild episodes to ease over time, depression often doesn't disappear entirely without help. Understanding the types of depression and when to seek support is essential for a successful ... Read More
De-escalate with this Panic Attack Checklist
If you've experienced a panic attack, you understand how debilitating it can be. The sudden rush of fear combines with dizziness, and your heart starts pounding out of your chest. You struggle to take a breath and feel as though you're losing control. Close to 3% of adults in the United States experience these symptoms ... Read More
Tricyclic Anti-depressants
Discovered by accident in the 1950s when scientists were researching antihistamines and antipsychotic drugs, tricyclic antidepressants, together with monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs), were the first drugs to successfully treat depression. While effective in up to 70% of patients, tricyclic antidepressants need ... Read More
Millennials Dying at Alarming Rate – is Mental Health to blame?
With modern health care and an increasing awareness of mental health challenges, we should be living in a golden age for mental health. Sadly, this isn't the case. The United States is in the grip of a millennial mental health crisis. People aged 25 to 44 are dying at far higher rates than in other wealthy countries, ... Read More
