For many, returning to work is a scary undertaking. We are here to help! Below you’ll find some great tips to help you transition back to work:
- Don’t go back until you are ready. Make treatment your job. Work hard, take the time to adjust to any medications and work through your feelings. You are your first priority at this time.
- Speak with your boss about potential strategies for going back to work. Trying to ease back slowly is recommended. Working from home or on a casual basis can be a great first step. At this time you can also ask about what changes have occurred in the company or position during your absence and who filled your shoes.
- Tread lightly. Chances are your coworkers may have taken on additional projects or responsibilities. They also may have made many decisions in your absence. Be open to them and do take the time to acknowledge & thank them for their efforts.
- Decide on disclosure. Your coworkers may have questions for you upon your return as to your whereabouts or the reason for your absence. Some have found it a relief to be open about it but with the unfortunate presence of stigma surrounding mental health, it’s best to judge each environment individually.
Have any members here transitioned back to work? Any members in this process now?
