Author: John Carter

On return from FMLA leave (whether after a block of leave or an instance of intermittent leave), the FMLA requires that the employer return the employee to the same job, or one that is nearly identical (equivalent). If an employee fails to submit a properly requested fitness-for-duty certification, the employer may delay job restoration until […]

The best way to quit alcohol while avoiding unpleasant withdrawal symptoms is to ask for help. If you have decided that it is in your best interest to stop drinking, one option is to seek help from a family doctor or primary healthcare provider. If your alcohol use has been heavy and chronic, talk to […]

If you already feel a little low, giving yourself a hard time for overdoing the alcohol probably won’t improve matters. Increased anger might lead you to pick a fight with a loved one, for example, while extreme sadness or self-loathing could lead to intense depression symptoms. It also lowers inhibitions, so if you’ve been trying […]

There is also no safe time for alcohol use during pregnancy. The most important thing is that you have completely stopped alcohol use after learning of your pregnancy. Because brain growth takes place throughout pregnancy, stopping alcohol use will improve the baby’s health and well-being. The results suggested that early alcohol exposure can alter DNA […]

While often perceived as a harmless indulgence, alcohol consumption can have detrimental effects on our health. If you don’t already drink alcohol, you shouldn’t start drinking to lower your chances of developing an autoimmune condition. People who are living with an autoimmune condition should limit their alcohol intake to avoid triggering inflammation. But, when you […]

One study determined that injected DMT reaches its peak concentration in the blood within 10 to 15 minutes and is below the limit of detection within 1 hour. If you consume DMT by way of ayahuasca, it has to pass through your digestive system first. When DMT is smoked or injected, you begin to feel […]

However, in order to truly know whether or not these programs really help college campuses and students with substance abuse problems, more research about impact would need to be completed. The 2018 Monitoring the Future College Students and Young Adults survey shows trends in the use of marijuana, alcohol, nicotine, and synthetic drugs in college […]

“I need it to relax after a stressful day,” or “It helps me be more social,” are common refrains. These justifications serve to ease the cognitive dissonance, allowing the addicted individual to continue their behavior without confronting the stark reality of their situation. When cognitive dissonance and addiction collide, it’s like adding fuel to an […]

A 1990s professional literature review identified 23 different descriptions of this term. You may also find online support groups, books, or organizations that offer helpful resources. Codependent parents rely on their children to give to them, instead of giving to their children. They may resist the child’s efforts to assert independence, viewing it as a […]

It’s like adding gasoline to a fire – things are about to get intense. Addiction and codependency often go together like peanut butter and jelly, except this sandwich leaves a bitter taste in everyone’s mouth. Enter your phone number below to receive a free and confidential call from a treatment provider. A 12-step program, such […]