In 2021, 22.8% of American adults experienced some form of mental illness. Anxiety is the most common mental illness, with major depressive episodes and post-traumatic stress disorder coming in second and third. As the United States observes Mental Health Awareness Month, learning about disorders and eliminating the ... Read More
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Bipolar Disorder and Addiction
Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition that affects mood, impulse control, and ability to interact with others. There are two types and a related disorder, cyclothymia, but they all involve the person experiencing cycles of hypomania (or mania in bipolar 1 disorder) and depression over time. In some cases, the ... Read More
Parenting with an Alcohol Use Disorder
For many, parenting is one of life's most profound joys and sources of fulfillment, filled with love and deep connection. However, for those living with alcohol use disorder, these joys can be overshadowed by the challenges of managing an addiction. It's difficult to balance the role of nurturing and raising children ... Read More
Borderline Personality Disorder vs. Bipolar Disorders: An Interview with Chief Clinical Officer, Dr. Nelson
At FHE Health, we believe in treating the whole person, not just their symptoms. By taking a holistic approach to behavioral health treatment, we address both substance use disorders and the underlying mental health disorders and co-occurring disorders that often accompany them. Dr. Beau A. Nelson, DBH, LCSW and ... Read More
Common Medications for Personality Disorders
Personality disorders cause lasting changes in an individual's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, making it difficult to relate to other people. The symptoms of a personality disorder can impact a person's ability to maintain employment, participate in social activities, or have successful long-term ... Read More
Acute Stress Disorder
For many people, stress is a normal part of life. Anything from a busy workday to familial obligations makes stress levels rise. While it's normal to experience occasional stress, there are times when stress overwhelms us, causing debilitating symptoms that interfere with our day-to-day lives. If you experience ... Read More
Weed Withdrawal Symptoms That May Be Signs of a Mental Disorder
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
What is BPD? Learn the Signs and Symptoms of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)
Some forms of mental illness, like anxiety and depression, are extremely common and affect a large portion of the population at one point in life. Others, however, are less prevalent. Borderline personality disorder is a serious mental health challenge that affects around 1.4% of the American population. Due to the ... Read More
