Heroin is a powerful drug that has an intense impact on brain chemistry. Its side effects can be immediate and devastating, causing long-term cognitive damage that makes quitting the drug very difficult. Understanding how heroin affects the brain is the first step toward healing for individuals and families navigating ... Read More
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Heroin Side Effects, Signs, and Symptoms
Heroin use and withdrawal can bring on flu-like symptoms and increased irritability, and it's often misinterpreted as common illnesses. Recognizing these signs is important, as they can point to dependence or withdrawal. In this article, we look at the physical and psychological symptoms of heroin use and highlight the ... Read More
What to Expect During Heroin Detox
For those overcoming heroin addiction, a medical detox program is the first step in treatment. During this initial phase, the individual receives medically tailored support and supervision as they begin their recovery journey. At FHE Health, we recognize the courage and dedication it takes to break the cycle of ... Read More
Can Using Marijuana Treat Addiction? Examine the Claims.
In recent years, there's been growing interest in the idea of going "California sober" by using marijuana to treat addiction. Weed-friendly rehab facilities help people break free from addiction to other drugs and get back to a healthier lifestyle. Some proponents believe marijuana isn't addictive and has many positive ... Read More
How Long Does it Take to Heal from Addiction
How many days to break an addiction? Substance abuse recovery is a journey, and it's one marked by milestones, setbacks, healing and growth for the 1 in 6 Americans who are dealing with addiction. While many people ask how long rehab takes, a better question might be: How long does it take to heal, physically, mentally ... Read More
What Brain Imaging Reveals about Depression and Anxiety
Treatment-resistant depression (TRD) affects over 100 million people globally. This form of depression, along with anxiety, can now be successfully treated using neurotherapy. This groundbreaking approach is noninvasive and uses relatively low-cost depression brain scans to reveal areas influenced by these conditions. ... Read More
Healing from the Trauma of Sexual Assault
Every 68 seconds, someone in this country is sexually assaulted, according to the Department of Justice’s National Crime Victimization Survey; and nine out of 10 survivors of sexual assault are women, the Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network has said. The mental health consequences of this type of trauma, as the ... Read More
The Dramatic Drop in Fentanyl Deaths: An Expert’s Take
Fentanyl deaths are down substantially in every state and the District of Columbia. That is the finding of researchers at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. They analyzed overdose records from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and discovered to their great surprise that fatal overdoses from ... Read More
