AIBU to phone in sick tomorrow?

[LighterThanSnow]

I work in an office job and we've recently reached the end of one of our busier periods.

I'm exhausted.

I feel like I have a sinking feeling in my chest constantly, and either feel like I'm going to cry or feel nothing at all.

I'm just so tired.

I have all history of depression and anxiety and I'm worried this is getting too much.

I don't want to go into work, I really really don't but I can't face the idea of letting people down.

AIBU to phone in sick for a day or two and regroup? What do I even say if I do?

Ring in. Say you're not well. Take two days to regroup and make sure you see your GP - you sound somewhat stressed x

Ask for a few days annual leave, but no, this is not a ringing in sick situation.

I disagree with Wicked. Mental health is important. Call in sick.

Absolutely agree with bodgersmash

You sound overwhelmed. It seems quite reasonable to call in sick and consult your GP.

Phone in sick and make sure you say it's mental health .

I did it a couple of weeks ago. I was crying getting ready in the morning and had to cut myself some slack.

Yep call in sick, mental health problems that are affecting how you're working are valid reasons to call in sick.

If you don't need a reason then just say you won't be in but if they ask for a reason you could say it's personal but you'll discuss it when you're back.

YANBU, your mental health is important and the last thing you want is a relapse of your depression. Phone off sick, your health first - always. Feel better soon.

Yes phone in sick and if you are feeling your anxiety and depression is taking hold again do go and speak to your GP.

Can you definitely not push on through? Its only a fortnight until the 4 day weekend for Easter, you will have those 2 days without adding to your sick record. But if you can't, then that's your answer.

I agree that you need more than a sick day to deal with this. Ask for some annual leave and speak to your GP, also review whether you need a change in job.

Thank you so much everyone.

@CallMeCarolDanvers I'd actually forgotten about the four day easter weekend. I might try and get an early night this evening and try pushing through to the easter weekend.

I'm in two minds about everything atm though so may well go back on what I've just posted in the next hour. ..

Good grief! If OP had the flu, you'd all be advising her to call in sick and rest. Mental health is no different...telling her to push through could make things worse.
OP, if a few days will clear your head and allow you to rest properly, do it. Definitely see your GP if you think it may keep happening, or if 2 days isn't enough... but no job is worth you properly breaking down. Plus, you're no good to your colleagues if you're exhausted and overwhelmed. It is not selfish to take care of yourself. I hope you feel better soon. 💐

Watching with interest as I’m feeling exactly the same. Was going to call in today, but had couple of important meetings so forced myself to go in. I feel mentally unwell tonight and debating going in tomorrow. Take care op and take the time you need to feel better (going to try and apply that to myself also).

Mental health is just as valid a reason to call in sick as physical health. I would also recommend seeing a doctor though as it sounds like you need some support

OP my mental health had started to deteriorate and I kept pushing through. Now I am signed off work for 2 weeks.

I don't know if taking a couple of days off at the start would have sorted me out or not, but it has certainly taught me not to ignore my worsening mental health and to look after myself better in the future.

Call in

I'm only suggesting it as my mental health was pretty fragile earlier this year, but I knew for myself that guilt about missing work and anxiety about my sick record would have more than cancelled out the benefit of taking time off, and the 4 day weekend is really close. I did also say that if the OP just cannot do it then she ought to take the time she needs. It's quite an individual thing.

Phone in sick OP

You are ill. Ring in work and till them. Simple. Look after yourself, your mental health, and if you need more than just rest, see your GP.