Short term disability - need help

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583erpo

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583erpo
Dec 27, 2020 11 Comments

Need some guidance on how to request for Short-term disability on mental health grounds.

Have been experiencing toxic culture for last few quarters and essentially working 18-20 hrs everyday. Stress has resulted in significant decline in health, happiness and hope. Additionally, my partner's job got impacted last month so it is an added stress as our survival in the US depends on my job (working on h1b). My company requires the doctor's recommendation to approve short term disability leave.

- Who should I talk to consider my short term disability? (e.g. HR, lawyer, therapist, etc.)
- how should I convince therapist that I need a break for couple of months to get back on my feet?
- What paperwork/evidence should I submit for the same?

Thanks for your help.

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  • Dell
    ay1nvt0u

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    ay1nvt0u
    Mental and emotional stress almost always have physical consequences. Before talking to your doctor, take inventory of the toll stress has taken on your body, including pains, digestion, hair loss, dental problems, appetite and sleep. Get help now before any of those lead to long term issues.
    Dec 28, 2020 1
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    1Lionking

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    1Lionking
    Holy cow! 20hrs/day is insane work. This is worse than indentured. Did you talk to your manager about this and perhaps making it normal? Convincing the doctor may be difficult.
    Dec 27, 2020 1
    • Dell
      583erpo

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      583erpo
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      Talking to the manager has not helped. If anything, his posturing is such that bringing this topic up makes him want to add to my workload. Additionally, global coordination requires me to stay up round the clock. I would rather take a one month break and find some inner strength and resolve to get out of this hell hole
      Dec 27, 2020
  • Talk to your HR first. Check your eligibility. I think you may be able to get 4-6 weeks.

    Working 18-20 hours is not good for your mental wellbeing. You need to request the leave soon.
    Dec 27, 2020 0
  • Uber
    limbong

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    limbong
    Talk to your doctor and ask for one. If they don’t give you one, which would be surprising, talk to another doctor!
    Dec 27, 2020 0
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    odeiof

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    odeiof
    How long can you take STD if you’re not a part of military?
    Jan 22, 2021 0