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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