1 phenylethylamine or PEA-This is an amine that naturally occurs in the brain and also in some foods, such as chocolate. 2  It is a stimulant, much like an amphetamine, that causes the release of norepinephrine and dopamine. 3  This chemical is found when you are falling in love.
Maternity, Paternity, and Adoption Leave in the United States. by Ariane Hegewisch, Yuko Hara (May 2013) The United States is one of only four countries globally, and the only high-income country, without a statutory right to paid maternity leave for employees. In all but a few states, it is up to the employer to decide whether to provide paid leave.
1 All pregnant employees can take up to 52 weeksâ maternity leave around the birth of their child. 2  During statutory maternity leave, you may be entitled to statutory maternity pay for up to 39 weeks.3  You must take a minimum of two weeksâ leave after the birth of your child, or four if you work in a factory. All pregnant employees can take up to 52 weeksâ maternity leave around the birth of their child. 2  During statutory maternity leave, you may be entitled to statutory maternity pay for up to 39 weeks.