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
“5 Rules of Recovery” That Can Help Prevent Relapse
As you begin your recovery from a substance use disorder, it's important to think about relapse prevention. Taking time to develop effective coping skills can help you stay sober and avoid turning to drugs or alcohol when faced with unpleasant feelings. Keep reading to learn more about how the five rules of recovery ... 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
The “5 Factors” That Raise Your Chances of Drug Addiction
Find out some of the many personal factors that contribute to substance abuse and how you can seek help to reduce your risk of addiction. Understanding the personal factors that contribute to substance abuse can help individuals avoid risky behaviors when predisposed to addiction. These five risk factors that lead ... 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
