Feeling super uncertain

[Giggles007]

Does anyone here have experience with facing termination from a job because you cannot work due to mental health issues? I’ve been on leave since March due to panic disorder. My work originally told me in 4 separate conversations I’d be covered for one year. Now they are claiming it’s only 6 months. And as you can guess I was not prepared for this and this past week has been horrible. My anxiety is so bad. Any advice?

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Are you on medication or going to therapy? Just wondering because it’s helped me and I think it could help you too

[Giggles007 in reply to Hidden]

Yes. If I wasn’t my work wouldn’t have approved my leave.

[Windsorgardener5087]

Hi, I would think you might have mentioned the work conversations to your therapist and/or doctor who should have documented this. Depending on where you are, there might be laws against discrimination on grounds of mental health and employment advisors / unions who could help with discussion about your current leave entitlement.

I would send something in writing with a request to reply within 14 days from the date of your letter or email.

I found myself in a similar situation and found that by copying a 3rd party into correspondence gets better results- a reply comes back sooner and the receiver knows they are being watched 🙂