Depression Support Group

Depression is a real and debilitating condition that is often misunderstood by family and friends. Its meaning can range from a prolonged period of sadness to an actual mental illness with specific symptoms. Find and share experiences with others who are going through the same struggles.

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can I call in sick

BrooklynnMB
BrooklynnMB
I can't work. I've been crying so hard my eyes are swollen. So swollen. I've never looked so bad. Can I call in sick from a broken heart? Dealing with being dumped and having depression... I just need a day to cry all day please.
bayrabbit01
bayrabbit01
Unfortunately most employers don't call "suffering from a broken heart" an illness. But then those same people don't consider "depression" a "real illness" either. It would probably work best if you just said that you were feeling ill instead...at least they wouldn't think you're crazy (no one here thinks you're crazy, of course).

I've been in your shoes (in fact, I think I'm in the process of getting dumped) at this moment...it's not a fun place to be in. Maybe take a day off of work and try to see if the doctor can give you a mood stabilizer.