Should I quit my job or take leave (FMLA) because I'm having a difficult time trying to function normally.

If you qualify for FMLA and you need time to resolve the issues that are getting in the way of you functioning normally at work then you should take FMLA leave. Once you are ready to return to work, as long as that occurs within the twelve week leave period, you will be able to do so. That's a much better option than quitting your job and then having to find a new one.

I don't know what's best for you, but I know that for me, taking a break from school so I could go to a three week intensive outpatient program truly changed my life around. I am in recovery and could not have been doing this well without that treatment. I think taking a step away from everything to focus on your health - mental or physical can be important and very useful at times. However, I think it's important to have a plan your going to and not simply be leaving a situation that isn't working. Do you know what you will do to help heal and support yourself during this break, if you take one? Can you access professional help or a support group? I think how we spend our breaks is crucial in determining how soon and how successfully we can return to our lives and work - and for me that was always the goal. I took a break so I could stop a downward spiral, and so that i could have a future and a life i could enjoy and be proud of.

you should take a leave you might be stressed or to overwhelmed and while you have that free time start looking for a knew job if your job is the issuse you not functioning normally

Take a leave so you can go back when you are ready to. I left my old job 8 months ago and always wish i had taken a leave instead :(

Take a leave and see if you feel better. Then go back and if you feel the same as before, find a new job you like and leave the older one.

Taking some time off may be your opportunity to think things over with a clear conscience and decide what is best for you when you don't have the pressures of work

I cannot give you advice on this matter, as I feel that advice could harm or hurt your situation. Best of luck with this choice.

Nobody can answer this question for you - we aren't qualified to make your life decisions, and you are the only true expert on you - if I were in your shoes, however, I'd talk to some listeners, see if they can help you make that decision.

Quitting your job may be a bad idea in the long run so don't make such a drastic decision when you're not sure. Ask for some time off due to personal issues.

Put your own mental and physical well-being first, do what will make you feel better, do what allows you to focus more on yourself, and making yourself happy, You should consider all paths that aid this!

Sometimes taking a break is a very healthy way in getting ourselves better. Doing what you feel is the right thing is the best way to get back to normal.

Taking a leave of absence may be your best bet; if you recover within that timeframe, you'll still have your job. If you don't, perhaps after that time you will at least be coping better

Take some time to focus on yourself. Figure out what it is that's keeping you from functioning to the best of your ability. It's okay to take time for you!

There is no shame in feeling like you need some time to focus on yourself. Most doctors are understanding, and explaining that you're having a hard time means that many will write you a note to say that you need some time off work. If that's what you need to get your thoughts in order, then that's what you should try.

It's really up to you, but taking a break from work might be the best for your health. If work is making you feel stressed or negatively at all, it would be appropriate to find the root of the problem, and if you're having trouble functioning properly, it would most likely benefit you to take a second to analyze why you are having difficulty.

Think what's the best for you. Are you sure you want to leave this job or the only thing you needed is a break?

Quitting jobs can generally be really big choices to make. A good start could be to beginning to take leave and if you feel like you still are not receiving what you would like to be receiving to then think about further action.

If I were you I would talk to someone about the difficulties I was having. Here at 7 Cups we are always available to listen to whatever is going on in your life. Look for higher help if talking about it doesn't fix the problem any.

If you have the right to take some time off and seek the help and support that you need then I would advise using it, but make sure you use the time wisely.

Maybe taking a leave will allow you address the issue at hand, then you could go from there.

Quitting your job because of depression is something that happens to people. If possible, I would try and be honest and open with human resources about what you're going through. They will try and help you work through. Often, you can go "on leave" for a while, without quitting. That way when you're feeling better or more capable, there is a job waiting for you. It's better for you and the company. Just my two cents. Either way, take care of yourself!