Understanding the complicated relationship between addiction and mental illness has been a debatable topic for quite some time. In fact, many people refuse to correlate the two and view addiction and even mental illness as an “excuse” for moral failing and lack of “willpower.” Let me give a little firsthand experience ... Read More
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Understanding Social Anxiety Disorder
Is social anxiety a mental illness? Most people get uncomfortable when they meet someone new or when they have to stand in front of a group and say something. For others, a debilitating feeling of panic rushes over them when they're engaged in any type of social activity. This could be a social anxiety disorder, once ... Read More
How Technology Can Improve Mental Health
For many years, conversations about technology centered around entertainment. It’s not uncommon to hear people talk about too much TV or internet time causing attention disorders and unhealthy bodies due to lack of exercise. Yet, technology is improving mental health. In many ways, we are seeing health breakthroughs ... Read More
Ric Jorge – First Responder-Therapist
Director of Sober Skills Program Ric Jorge is a 29-year veteran of the fire service, with more than seven years’ experience in the mental health field. Mr. Jorge provides counseling and therapy to patients in FHE Health's “Shatterproof” program, a specialized treatment track for first responders. Mr. Jorge ... Read More
Trauma Disorder Treatment in Deerfield Beach, FL
Trauma can influence nearly every aspect of your life, often long after a difficult or frightening event has passed. You don't need a specific diagnosis to know that something doesn't feel right, or to deserve support. For some people, the effects of trauma develop into post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), while many ... Read More
Treatment of Phobias
Everyone is afraid of something or someone, but phobias go deeper than that. Specific phobias can be overwhelming and are complex disorders to treat. The National Institute of Mental Health notes that 2007 data shows 9.1% of U.S. adults had some type of specific phobia in the previous year, and 12.5% struggled with ... Read More
Veteran’s Guide for Mental Health & Addiction Treatment
Seeking Help as a Veteran Veterans have served as the backbone of our nation since its founding, paying the ultimate price to safeguard citizens' freedom and ensure national security. As a result of this, many men and women who have served in the armed forces have experienced or been exposed to extreme stress and ... Read More
Signs and Symptoms of Trauma
A majority of Americans will experience at least one traumatic event at some point in their lives, and for many, the psychological effects are profound and long-lasting. The Mental Effects of Trauma If you've experienced an extremely disturbing or stressful event that made you feel helpless or very fearful, then you ... Read More
