Is mental health covered under short term disability?

Mostly yes, many employers are now including mental health conditions like severe depression or anxiety under short-term disability, just like physical illnesses. But it usually requires a doctor's diagnosis and recommendation, just like any other medical leave. Best to check with your HR department directly.

Please, if you're asking this, it means you're going through something. Don't ignore it like I did. Mental health is just as important as physical. Reach out to a doctor first and then check about the disability leave. Your well-being comes first.

This is a good question. My doctor always tells me how mental stress can affect my blood sugar levels. So if mental health issues are serious enough to impact daily functioning, it makes sense that it should be covered. Take care of yourself, very important.

Beta, if you are feeling unwell in your mind, it is also sickness. Don't keep it inside. Talk to someone you trust, maybe a good doctor. Insurance and all, that will come later, first your health. Always remember that.