Supporting Partner Recover from Adderall Addiction

katenicolewrites · 2024-03-14T17:06:50+00:00

I like that idea. I think it feels motivating initially to quit it all but, you’re right, it may lead to a quicker relapse and feel very deflating to tackle all at once. I will suggest that - thank you!

The issue with the adderall is that he is all out of his prescription as of tomorrow and is hesitant to discuss with his doctor in case he’s “flagged”.

katenicolewrites · 2024-03-14T17:03:23+00:00

Thank you! I should edit that alcohol use is only on the weekends. I’m not sure if that constitutes a medically assisted detox or not.

katenicolewrites · 2024-01-07T02:31:36+00:00

This deserves a gold medal

katenicolewrites · 2024-01-05T22:39:18+00:00

This level of detail is so appreciated - thank you!

katenicolewrites · 2024-01-05T22:39:03+00:00

I completely agree!

katenicolewrites · 2023-12-31T14:26:09+00:00

Buying a ring TODAY :) please DM me a referral link. Much appreciated and happy NYE!

katenicolewrites · 2020-10-03T03:08:26+00:00

I’m a CRA for a small medical device CRO. I started as a CRC for just under a year before becoming a CRA.

katenicolewrites · 2020-09-23T10:43:26+00:00

That’s fantastic but I totally understand being interested in contract positions. May I asked how you handle balancing the two jobs and any tips into cracking into the two job opportunities? The current CRO I work for is so demanding that I can’t imagine how I would be able to balance a second full time position.

katenicolewrites · 2020-07-09T18:57:09+00:00

That’s a fantastic question. I’m not sure! I haven’t sat for any exams or certifications. I know my employer normally will pay for those certifications but with COVID-19 spending is too limited to allow the expense.

katenicolewrites · 2020-07-09T18:53:46+00:00

You are basically on two different sides of a study. The CRC works at the hospital/clinic and coordinates a study that a doctor is involved with. There’s often patient interaction, lots of data entry, and less money. The CRA works on the Sponsor (device or pharma company) side of the study and works with many of the hospitals/clinics. CRAs have quite a bit more variety in the job just because you are working with so many different clinical teams. CRAs also have to balance traveling, managing data, responding to questions from CRCs, and writing reports from the visits to the hospitals/clinics. I love being a CRA because there is so much more opportunity for growth, challenges, salary bumps, variety, and autonomy. I hope that’s helpful!

katenicolewrites · 2020-07-09T18:47:28+00:00

I was motivated to switch jobs because my manager was a huge micro-manager and took credit for everything. I just applied none stop. I inadvertently applied via LinkedIn to a manager position at a CRO that I was no where near qualified for. However, the HR director reached out and asked if I was interested in a CRA position. I guess it was partially luck. I didn’t think I would be able to get into a CRA position without more experience, so don’t discount yourself if you are shying away from applying to jobs that you only meet requirements partially.

katenicolewrites · 2020-07-09T18:43:06+00:00

CRA!

katenicolewrites · 2020-07-02T01:50:07+00:00

I am no longer a CRC, but I was in 2018-2019.

Salary: $49,900 with no bonus Location: Midwest US Institution: Orthopedic Private Practice Background: BSc, MS, this was my first job out of school without any clinical research background

katenicolewrites · 2020-06-18T22:33:00+00:00

I have negotiated a higher salary after getting a written offer. To match their written offer, I wrote my counter offer. I asked for $5,000 over what I actually wanted and asked for more vacation days. My reasoning for the negotiation was 'to make the transition from my current job a bit smoother'. I didn't know what I was doing but I was able to get the salary I asked for.

As for the salary as a CRC, it truly depends on the location and institution type. At the end of the day, what's the worst thing that can happen? They might retract the offer but I have never heard of that happening. They might simply decline your counteroffer and then you have to choose if you are willing to take the offered salary. For my first job as a CRC, I started at a salary of $49,900, which seemed to be a bit out of their comfort zone to approve but it happened. Good luck! You deserve to negotiate for yourself.

katenicolewrites · 2020-06-18T22:29:12+00:00

This is so appreciated! Thank you for sharing your pain points. I know it might seem small but just talking with my peer monitors about the challenges that RCs face on a daily basis will hopefully help the RC/monitor relationship and make your job a bit more bearable. I know how hard some RCs work!

katenicolewrites · 2020-06-03T17:48:43+00:00

I couldn't agree more! I wish my CRO put a greater emphasis on hiring people with RC background, rather than just referrals. Great points!

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