Anxiety

[Liz830]

What can you do when your supervisor keeps trying to take advantage of your anxiety? Is there any one besides HR because they aren't going to do anything.

[katie_512]

I had to file FMLA for accommodation to deal with my anxiety and still be able to work. It wasn’t what I wanted to do, but now I feel protected. Just know that you cannot legally be penalized for having this disease. Sending good thoughts and I hope it gets better.

[Rlich in reply to katie_512]

I think that is a great move & am interested in the process & what information was relayed to you about being protected

[katie_512 in reply to Rlich]

Fortunately, my company has a great HR department. I recommend looking into it: I have to revisit mine in six months but I know my therapist will tell them what I need.

[mysmugcat]

I understand. I've had the same. Which country do you live in?

[Mary-intussuception]

Are you in a Union or Staff Organisation?

Is there an Occupational Health Department where you work?

Could you talk to your own doctor?

Make sure whoever you speak to that you impress upon them that everything you say is to be kept in the strictest confidence.

After talking everything through, you may want to have some time to decide what action, if any, you take and what the best way forward is.

But definitely keep a log / diary of any unhelpful/ inappropriate behaviour, comments, bullying, mocking etc.

If you see your own doctor, make sure this is noted in your records.