Empathy has become something of a buzzword in today's increasingly polarized society. Years ago, the only time most people heard about empathy issues was when psychologists talked about sociopathic serial murderers like Jeffrey Dahmer or Ted Bundy on TV crime shows. But what do psychologists mean when they make ... Read More
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Helping Loved Ones: Communication with CRAFT Model
Recently, I had the pleasure of participating in FHE Health’s First Responder Families Podcast. The conversation was about self-care for families affected by substance abuse and how to improve communication with a loved one diagnosed with a substance use disorder. Much of this discussion about healthy ... Read More
A Typical Week in Outpatient Treatment: What to Expect
Outpatient rehab provides intensive treatment and tailored support for those addressing substance use or mental health disorders. While it offers greater flexibility than residential treatment, it features a structured program to help patients focus on their recovery goals. Below, we look at how outpatient treatment ... Read More
Worry Beads: Do They Work for Anxiety?
In a world full of high-tech solutions for mental health challenges, sometimes the most effective tools are surprisingly simple. Worry beads — strands of beads manipulated with the fingers — have been used for centuries across different cultures as a way to manage stress and anxiety. Today, these tactile tools are ... Read More
Self-Medicating to Deal with Depression and Anxiety
Mental health and substance abuse are often interlinked. In fact, according to survey results, 35% of mentally ill adults in the United States also struggle with substance abuse. Instead of seeking professional help, many people turn to self-medicating with drugs or alcohol. This may provide temporary relief, but the ... Read More
How Gratitude Can Help you Live Longer
Living with gratitude offers numerous positive health effects, from greater emotional and social well-being and better sleep to improved cardiovascular health and a reduced risk of depression. These factors can affect not only an individual's quality of life but may have a positive impact on longevity. In this ... Read More
5 Key Benefits of Residential Treatment for Addiction
Addiction is a complex illness that most often requires professional treatment. Uncomfortable or dangerous withdrawal symptoms, environments with triggers or reminders of substance use, and friends and family in active addiction are just a few of the factors that make it difficult to maintain sobriety. By choosing ... Read More
Nutrition for Anxiety and Depression: Gut Inflammation, Leaky Gut, and Stress (Part 8)
In part one of this series, we discussed how inflammation, in general, contributes to mental health challenges like depression and anxiety. In this eighth part, we will focus specifically on how gut inflammation, including a condition known as "leaky gut," has been shown to directly impact mental well-being. Research ... Read More
