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Should i tell my supervisor that work makes me want to kill myself?

We have our weekly (actually happens more like every other month) supervision. We are supposed to discuss each case,what is working and what's not, and maybe even my yearly evaluation. Last time he cut me short because he scheduled me in his last hour before going on vacation for a week and a half. So lots of stuff has been pilling on. Also I keep getting pulled from my regular work to deal with "emergencies" half of which he creates.

Anyways there has been a huge push to catch up, but I can't because something else always comes up. On top of that, my depression and constant dread make it really hard for me to be 100% productive. Whenever I get overwhelmed I start having thoughts of hosting myself just enough for be put on medical leave. I, of course, don't have any plans to follow through, but I worry about them pushing me off the ledge
SW-User
Perhaps you can ask him to respect your regular schedule, as you’ve got “things to do”(maybe you’ve got fake kids or some other excuse).

If talking to your boss about the stressful conditions/workload that you’re enduring isn’t an option,

Another option is to seek therapy and go on medical leave... it is paid for if regarded as ‘disability’.

Try taking some time to yourself. Mental health is much more important than work...
MaliaAgain · 36-40, F
@SW-User I have been on leave before. My insurance only approves on a weekly basis. And last time i tries they said I'm not high risk enough
St0ut · 51-55, M
You need to find a less stressful job
St0ut · 51-55, M
I wish I could just make everything better. :(
MaliaAgain · 36-40, F
@zeeva70 the thing is in my field a master's is usually required, which I don't have. So my problem is not the accordions, it's the difference in pay for the jobs i qualify for. Plus I got job security and most jobs are through grants which generally end after 3 years
St0ut · 51-55, M
Apply for jobs even if you don’t have a masters. Is you have 80% of the “requirements” apply.
In my experience, it highly depends on the individual you work for... Some people are more accepting of mental struggles than others... Is it possible for you to work less hours a week?
MaliaAgain · 36-40, F
@lovelywarpedlemon it is, but not less of a workload. If I'm out sick or on vacation no one covers my duties. Only if it's an extended leave
Selah ·
Just do what a person who prioritizes their sanity would do.


& what does your husband say about all this.
MaliaAgain · 36-40, F
@Selah he would like it if I was able to quit, but we also like not being homeless
Love4All · 56-60, F
Would HR be supportive?
MaliaAgain · 36-40, F
@Love4All that's what I've been wondering

 
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