Most people don’t fake being sick. They fake being well. (And if they are faking sick, they need our care, not shame)
@drjenwolkin I asked my employer for help with my mental health and they ignored it. Eventually led to me getting bullied out of my workplace by 3rd parties because some people didn't like my attitude. Turns out I had ADHD and severe anxiety - finally diagnosed in a mandatory IME.
@drjenwolkin This is so unfortunately true. I actually had to call out today bc my face is so swollen from my sinuses and I have a massive headache that I am nursing to not become a migraine; if it does, I’m down for the count.
@drjenwolkin This is how my back got so bad. I just plastered a smile on my face and went in anyway when I really needed to recover from 2-3 injuries a year.
@drjenwolkin While it can be frustrating to deal with this behavior, it's important to remember that there may be underlying reasons for it. It's important to approach the situation with empathy and understanding, but also with honesty and clarity. Encourage them to seek help or support, and