This month FHE Health participated in a community conversation with state and local elected officials about how the national opiate epidemic has affected Broward County and how best to address the crisis. In recent years, the organization “Broward Days” has hosted an annual gathering for elected officials, ... Read More
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5 Tips for Coping with Painful Emotions Without Drugs or Alcohol
Do you find yourself reaching for a drink or taking drugs when uncomfortable emotions hit? If so, you're not alone. Having a glass of wine, a few beers or even a couple of tokes off a joint aren't just common ways to deal with stress, anxiety, and depression; they're widely viewed as being both safe and socially ... Read More
How a Dangerous New Trend in Binge Drinking Could Be Impacting Your Child’s Health
Research from the University of Minnesota is challenging historical trends in binge drinking and bringing to light new concerns about the long-lasting impact binge drinking can have on young adults. The study seems to indicate that, like many other cultural and social activities, binge drinking participation is peaking ... Read More
7 Natural, Drug-Free Ways to “Get High”
When we think of "getting high," we typically associate this state with drug use. However, it's possible to experience a similar sensation without resorting to drugs. Achieving a natural high involves participating in activities that stimulate the brain's feel-good chemicals, including dopamine. This chemical, also ... Read More
Tricare Insurance Covered Rehab
Are you looking for a drug rehab that accepts Tricare? Tricare is a widely accepted form of health insurance. Tricare, which was previously called Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Uniformed Services, is a type of health insurance for military personnel and their families. At Florida House Experience, we ... Read More
Alumni Outlook: Benefits of Continued Therapy in Recovery
Most people assume the remedy for recovery involves detox and abstinence from drugs/alcohol. The truth is, this is only the beginning. Recovery is a life-long process, one that requires discipline and most importantly intensive treatment and therapy. Addiction is usually a symptom of an underlying issue such as ... Read More
Drug Profile: Spice and K2
K2, also known as Spice, is a combination of industrial chemicals that are combined to create a dangerous street drug. It can either be vaporized in liquid form or smoked when added to dried herbs, similar to how marijuana is used. This 'fake weed' is usually sold in small packets containing dried, chemical-laced ... Read More
Closing the Gap: Income and Addiction Survival Rates
Most people would say that there's no inequality when it comes to fighting addiction, and that everyone has equal access to treatment programs. Recent studies look at how treatment for any disease isn’t always the same for the poor or people without health insurance. That translates into higher stakes for those who ... Read More
