FMRS has offices in Raleigh County, Fayette County, Summers County and Monroe County. Specialized programs are offered to meet the needs of children and adults experiencing emotional, behavioral, developmental or substance abuse problems. Our goal is to assist people in identifying and addressing problems early in an effort to prevent more serious difficulties from occurring. Over the years, the manner in which the services are provided has changed to mirror advances in the field, but the mission remains the same.

What is Anorexia Nervosa?

According to the Mayo Clinic, anorexia nervosa “is an eating disorder characterized by abnormally low body weight, an intense fear ...
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When it’s all ‘Me, Me, Me’, could it be NPD?

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What are Phobias?

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Eight ways to Handle anxiety during the Holidays

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What is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?

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Anxiety is so confusing. For the person who has it, it means feeling overwhelmed and scared seemingly out of nowhere ...
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Unraveling the Mystery of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

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Ways to Stay Happy During the Darkest Parts of Winter

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What is it Like to think like a Schizophrenic?

We hear a lot of talk about schizophrenia, or Multiple Personality Disorder. There is also much to be read about ...
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