Marijuana, or weed, is a psychoactive drug derived from the cannabis sativa plant. Typically, consuming marijuana makes you feel relaxed and in a dream-like state. Taking an extra hit when you're smoking or eating an edible can prolong the high. It also causes a wide range of negative side effects. Suddenly, your heart ... Read More
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Anthony Kiedis and the RHCPs History of Use
Anthony Kiedis, the frontman of the Red Hot Chili Peppers, has spent decades commanding stages with an energy that defined alternative rock. The band's songs "Under the Bridge" and "Californication" became anthems for millions. His voice carried the band through stadium tours and multiple Grammy wins, making them one ... Read More
2026 Finalists for Hope for Healing Scholarship Announced!
Meet Our 12 Finalists for the Hope for Healing Scholarship After receiving more than 1,400 applications from students across hundreds of colleges and universities, we are proud to introduce the 12 finalists for this year’s Hope for Healing Scholarship. This remarkable group represents dozens of academic pursuits, with ... Read More
‘Fentanyl Fold’ and other terms being used to describe signs of use
Like many medications intended for pain management, fentanyl is an effective, but dangerous, part of treatment in healthcare. This synthetic opioid drug is extremely potent, with a June 2025 National Institutes of Health report indicating a fatal dose can be as small as 2 milligrams. With growing news coverage on ... Read More
How to Taper off Suboxone
When you're considering how to get off Suboxone, it's important to understand this journey will be unique to you and require a personalized approach. Opioid use disorder (OUD) recovery isn't a one-size-fits-all process. What works for one person may not work for another, which is why medical supervision and ... Read More
GLP-1 for Drug Addiction
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
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
Nitros Oxixide (Whippet) abuse and addiction
Nitrous oxide, often called laughing gas or whippets, is best known for its medical use in dental procedures and anesthesia. But in recent years, recreational use of this gas has become more common, especially among teens and young adults. More than 13 million Americans have misused this substance in their lifetime. ... Read More
