In certain industries, women are often faced with obstacles and challenges throughout their careers, from unfair treatment to sexist behavior. Particularly in fields that are traditionally male dominated, such as law enforcement, firefighting and emergency response, the increasing number of women is bringing to light ... Read More
Learning Center
FHE Health is dedicated to educating the American public—especially individuals, families, and communities—about mental health and substance abuse topics. In our Learning Center, you'll find articles on alcoholism, substance abuse, behavioral and mental health, and other treatment-related issues. Our articles are written both for the person in need of treatment as well as loved ones seeking more information. We also provide information for those who have gone through treatment and are building a new life in recovery.
Occupational Stressors for Women in Uniform
Mental Health Challenges of Adapting to a Physical Disability
Adapting to a physical disability that occurs as a result of an injury, illness, or the aging process can be challenging on numerous levels. The disability itself is likely to pose significant challenges that require many changes in the individual's life. There are many types of physical disabilities an adult might ... Read More
NARM or “NeuroAffective Relational Model”: What It Means
The "NARM" therapy explanation can be a game changer in treating complex trauma. "NARM," or "NeuroAffective Relational Model," is a new treatment approach offering promise in healing complex trauma and complex PTSD. Yet, for those seeking the best trauma-informed care for themselves or loved ones, the NARM therapy ... Read More
Rainn Wilson: The Depression You Didn’t See on “The Office”
Rainn Wilson's career in entertainment spans decades, but he's undoubtedly best known for his portrayal of Dwight Schrute on the hit comedy series "The Office." Through the years, he's appeared in numerous films and television shows and earned many accolades, including three consecutive Emmy awards. One thing you may ... Read More
Whitney Houston’s Drug Use: The Tragic Story
What Was Reported in Whitney Houston's Toxicology Report? After the singer's death, her autopsy revealed that the cause of death was drowning and listed other contributing factors as atherosclerosis and cocaine use. The toxicology report revealed that her system contained cocaine, Xanax, Flexiril, ... Read More
Women’s Drug of Choice: Gender Differences in Substance Abuse
Women's drug of choice – do women prefer one drug type over the other? The research done has shown that women and men have different preferences when it comes to their drug of choice. Understanding gender differences in substance abuse, including differences in their drug of choice, can be a very important step in ... Read More
Can You Be Addicted to Stress?
The dangers of chronic stress are widely stated, with researchers tying stress to everything from poor nutrition and sleep habits to heart disease and high blood pressure. Many people take steps to reduce stressors in their lives, including cutting down on their work hours, rethinking some of their interpersonal ... Read More
What Led to Foo Fighters’ Taylor Hawkins’ Fatal Overdose
On March 25, 2022, the world mourned the tragic death of Taylor Hawkins, the drummer from the band Foo Fighters. According to a toxicology report, the cause of death for Taylor Hawkins was revealed to be an overdose. There were multiple drugs in his system at the time of death in Bogota, Colombia. He was only 50 ... Read More