Can I Get Short-Term Disability for Burnout?

Intense workplace stress has been on the rise in the United States for years, and the problem has only been exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Burnout can be the primary contributing factor to mental and even physical health problems, many of which can significantly affect your job performance or even keep you from working temporarily. However, successfully claiming short-term disability benefits for burnout (or other mental health struggles) can often be challenging, and if you do not take the appropriate steps beforehand, your disability claim is likely to be denied.

In this video and corresponding blog, we take a closer look at burnout, how it can interfere with work, and the steps you must take if you wish to qualify for short-term disability benefits.