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The Power of Thoughts – By Blanca Diez, MD

You are the result of your thoughts. You are what you believe about yourself. There is one source of wealth, success, and achievement: thought. Thought is behind every action. Thought is your own unlimited source of power. Your main thoughts determine your character,...

What is a Functional Alcoholic?

The term Functional Alcoholic implies that someone has all of the characteristics of an alcoholic, but they appear to maintain a life of normalcy. They go to work and maintain a family life and look like everything is under control. To an outsider, nothing seems to be...

FMLA for Alcoholism and Addiction

Many people worry that seeking treatment for alcoholism or addictions will force them to lose their jobs. Fortunately, the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) allows individuals to use FMLA for mental health and substance abuse issues. As a result, if you have an alcohol...

Stressed and Overwhelmed?

Everyone experiences times of stress and crisis. Most of the time, these periods of crisis are temporary. However, there are times where the stressors are ongoing, or the crisis is so severe that it overwhelms our normal coping mechanisms. If this stress persists,...

FMLA for Anxiety and Stress

Have you ever felt so stressed out and anxious that it was hard to function at work? Many people wonder if they can take time off from work for anxiety and stress and if it will be covered under the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA). The answer to this question is Yes....

How to Find Doctors for Alcoholism

Many people who struggle with alcoholism don’t know where to start when they begin looking for help. Since there are a variety of treatment options, it is helpful to know what the choices are so you can find the treatment that is right for you. Listed below are the...

Help for Troubled Young Adults

The transition from the teenage years into adulthood can be challenging. During this time, young adults learn how to become independent and self-sufficient. Many go off to college while others begin to explore different work careers. While most young adults...

Can You Take FMLA for Depression?

Many people wonder if they can take time off from work for depression and if it will be covered under the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA). The answer to this question is Yes. You can use FMLA if you are struggling with mental health issues such as depression. In fact,...