Health•1 day ago

Should a mental health day count as sick leave?

Taking a day off for a fever is normal. Taking one because you are burnt out often is not.

The case for

  • It treats mental health like physical health and reduces stigma.

  • A day of rest early can prevent a much bigger breakdown later.

The case against

  • It is hard to verify and could be misused.

  • Employees may not want to tell their employer why they need the day off.

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