Posted by Emme_V2 on December 10, 2012, at 14:36:28
In reply to Re: miserable at work vs miserable on disability, posted by alchemy on December 10, 2012, at 13:00:29
> Because its through work it wouldnt be as difficult to approve through hr.
> It is a bettet option to try and talk to mt supervisor, but i dont think she would be understanding.Why do you think she would not be understanding? Have you discussed this with her before and had a negative experience? You may be right that she won't be understanding, or you may be pleasantly surprised.
It's obviously tricky to decide whether and how to discuss such issues with management. I think indicating clearly that you are being responsible with your medical care and discussing what you think you need work-wise (e.g., reduced time, some time off, FMLA, short term disability) to be able to do your job well for them in the long term is good. This should be taken by management as seriously and reasonably as if you were asking to accommodate treatment for any other serious illness.
Do you have anyone in your organization (a friend or a mentor) whom you trust and with whom you can speak confidentially about this to help you decide how to proceed?
Good luck.
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