Has anxiety or other mental health problems stopped you from going to work?

[Melanie717]

Have you ever had to call in sick, only you weren’t really physically sick, just going through some type of mental health crisis?
I have had to do this in the past, with one job in particular. Anxiety, sleep issues, + worrying about one main thing like my cat getting sick and needing surgery, my Grandfather in the hospital, things like that.

Some people can temporarily put those thoughts, facts, and worries over to the side and show up for work regardless.
They can go to work even if they were up all night. They can go to work no matter what.
I believe these people are mentally strong and stable people with great coping skills (?)

What are your thoughts..

 

[Fidelia]

Mine was not anxiety. It was depression and sadness that stopped me from going to work for two days. A guy that I dated for over a year just woke up one morning to tell me he is breaking up because he had found a better girl. I sunk into instant depression. And didn't go to work for two days.

 

[Ravenfreak]

Yes I have at past jobs. I'm a trans guy and honestly I didn't feel that comfortable at my last job which was at a factory. I worked with many people who "disagreed with my lifestyle" so to speak. I knew they didn't really respect me, some did but most didn't and probably tolerated me so I wouldn't go to HR. At my current job though, I feel more welcomed and I love it.

 

[Shortie]

My anxiety, depression and also fibromyalgia have stopped me from being able to head out of the house and work. Due to that I have had to make the decision to work from home which I feel better doing than pushing myself to head out and work when I know it would only make my health both mental and physical worse.

 

[Melanie717]

Mine was not anxiety. It was depression and sadness that stopped me from going to work for two days. A guy that I dated for over a year just woke up one morning to tell me he is breaking up because he had found a better girl. I sunk into instant depression. And didn't go to work for two days.

That would do it for me too.
“Better girl” - terrible choice of words he used. I remember finding out this guy I dated off and on in high school got engaged. Nobody else was getting married, we were all so young still right after high school.
But now he’s engaged?? The only one I liked, possibly loved?
I remember that being the first time I ever experienced insomnia.
And once you catch the insomnia bug, it sorta sticks around.. for the rest of your life.
Sleep is a given, until it’s taken away.
Then you get hyper focused on it and good luck after that.

I never even think about him anymore, but I do secretly blame him for the insomnia that was introduced to me for the first time ever.

 

[Melanie717]

My anxiety, depression and also fibromyalgia have stopped me from being able to head out of the house and work. Due to that I have had to make the decision to work from home which I feel better doing than pushing myself to head out and work when I know it would only make my health both mental and physical worse.

Definitely better to WFH, especially when you’re dealing with anxiety.
The pressure to sleep the night before a job that starts at 9 a.m. every day, that’s what prevents me from working in an office or store or wherever.

 

[Melanie717]

Yes I have at past jobs. I'm a trans guy and honestly I didn't feel that comfortable at my last job which was at a factory. I worked with many people who "disagreed with my lifestyle" so to speak. I knew they didn't really respect me, some did but most didn't and probably tolerated me so I wouldn't go to HR. At my current job though, I feel more welcomed and I love it.

That’s good to hear.
Who needs the stress of feeling uncomfortable around coworkers? Work is difficult enough. Glad you found a place with a more welcoming energy.

 

[Shree]

No, anxiety or other mental health issues have not stopped me from going to work. I’ve learned to manage my challenges by practicing self-care, seeking support when needed, and finding ways to stay focused and productive, even during tough times.

 

[Bizdustry]

Historically speaking, yes it has prevented me from going to work and school. I’d rather take a day of to recover from my mental well being, then go into the workplace and not be myself where my attention isn’t focused 100% on the task at hand.

 

[Nomad]

Well, anxiety and other mental health problems have never stopped me from going to my work. I am kind of workaholic and when I am working, I rarely experience stress and anxiety. I experience these mental health issues only when I am idle. I find working therapeutic.