Ryan, 42, a husband, father of two, veteran, and police officer in Indianapolis, will never forget his darkest moment in the clutches of alcoholism—even if he wanted to. “It’s on video,” he said in a recent interview. Any time he is tempted to forget what life was like in active addiction, he can watch the footage that ... Read More
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What is Hope Fatigue? The New Mental Health Challenge
What are you worrying about today in between worrying about the usual daily hassles? A possible global recession? Climate change? Gun violence? Police violence against people of color? Where the next mass shooting may occur? A civil war in the U.S.? The horrifying rise in racism, antisemitism, and transphobia over the ... Read More
What Is a “Gray Area” Drinker?
If you're not happy with your drinking habits but don't show the normal signs of an alcohol problem, you may be a gray area drinker. This guide reviews gray area drinking and offers advice if you're not sure when it's time to seek help for your drinking problem. What Is Gray Area Drinking? Society groups adults who ... Read More
FHE Health Luncheon Raises $12,000 for Another Therapy Dog for Broward County First Responders
It began as one first responder’s journey through PTSD with the help of his therapy dog. Today, it is a movement to train and enlist more therapy dogs for first responders in Broward County— and to inspire more communities around the country to do the same for their emergency personnel. That was evident at an ... Read More
Resolving Religious Trauma–Is It Possible?
Religion is a shared experience across virtually all cultures, countries, and ethnicities, with about 85 percent of the world's population identifying with a religion. At its best, religion can help people build vital social connections, provide a sense of structure, and promote self-improvement, empathy, and learning. ... Read More
Is AI Companionship Software Good for Mental Health?
Having a strong support system helps people overcome challenges and maintain better mental health regardless of the curveballs life throws. It's associated with decreased health risks such as obesity and heart disease as well as a longer life. The give-and-take nature of close relationships is instrumental in ... Read More
Inner Child Therapy – What It Is and How It Helps
In the United States, only 19% of adults receive treatment for mental health conditions. Less than 8% of them pursue counseling and therapy to deal with their problems. However, we experience life differently, so you should expect and seek different methods to address your mental health needs. Inner child therapy is a ... Read More
Should I Get an Emotional Support Animal?
From miniature pigs to ducks to marmosets, emotional support animals have become an accepted part of human society in the 21st century. Just a few decades ago, the term "emotional support animal" did not exist. Instead, it was common to see disabled individuals relying on assistant dogs (usually Labrador retrievers) to ... Read More
