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Old Feb 08, 2016, 10:27 PM
boogiesmash boogiesmash is offline
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Originally Posted by gina_re View Post
I used FMLA when I was in PHP but it's unpaid. So I used my PTO in combination with my FMLA at that time. I also work from home three days out of the week. It could be four, but I need some kind of human contact lol.
NoIdeaWhatToDo I also have my very productive days and days where I just cannot focus. I'm going to try and talk to HR tomorrow and see what my options are as far as work schedules go.
Boogiesmash, you can use FMLA for yourself or family if you have to be out for an extended period of time for medical reasons.
My only issue with FMLA is that it's unpaid, and I support myself. I need to get paid. So I'm hoping a more flexible work schedule is the way to go.

I've shared my diagnosis with a few coworkers based off of the trust we share. Plus I felt more comfortable doing so because of my employer. We all have psych degrees pretty much and read tons of psych articles daily. I understand the stigma, but I shared it after the fact. They've seen my work ethic and capabilities for a couple of years before that became known. I do so at least with immediate supervisors just in case any extended absences are required for me. Despite the diagnosis, I was ahead of many of my coworkers and excelled in everything I did. So I guess that helps in breaking part of the stigma.
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