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Feeling like giving up

Whats-His-Face

hi all before I start I must apologise as I’ve already posted something similar before. 

Im in a job that’s making me ill(mentally) but feel trapped as I can’t afford not to work and can’t get benefits. 

Last week my wife and I went away for 4 days and I was feeling gd. Within a day of being home my mood drastically dropped and the anxiety and stress of going back to work was overbearing. 

Today is my first day back and it took everything I had to come in.

i got diagnosed over a month ago and thought things would change but they haven’t, I still feel alone and down all the time. I don’t know if I can do it all anymore and really want to give up. 

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  • Do your employers know that you are autistic? Do they know that you're suffering because of the work?

     I have been in similar situations to you and didn't make any attempt to talk to my bosses. Each time I just walked out. I regret it now. With a bit of friendly communication maybe I could've worked fewer hours or been spared certain stressful duties. 

    All the best.

    Ytt

  • in reply to Yttrium

    Yes they are aware of both and I’m thinking of asking to work fewer hours

  • in reply to Whats-His-Face

    Sorry to hear about your unhappiness at work. I've been in a similar position recently, and in previous jobs. It's hard when you have to keep working to support yourself and your family. A reduction in hours might relieve the pressure, protect your health, and give you time to make plans. I do hope your boss will be supportive and make adjustments for you. If they won't other organisations may be able to help - ACAS, Access to Work, Trade Union (if you belong to one). The job you cope well with when covering holidays may suggest the type of work that really suits you. It might be worth telling your boss that you would be keen to do it on a regular basis if an opportunity comes up. Do hope things get easier for you soon.

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  • in reply to Whats-His-Face

    Sorry to hear about your unhappiness at work. I've been in a similar position recently, and in previous jobs. It's hard when you have to keep working to support yourself and your family. A reduction in hours might relieve the pressure, protect your health, and give you time to make plans. I do hope your boss will be supportive and make adjustments for you. If they won't other organisations may be able to help - ACAS, Access to Work, Trade Union (if you belong to one). The job you cope well with when covering holidays may suggest the type of work that really suits you. It might be worth telling your boss that you would be keen to do it on a regular basis if an opportunity comes up. Do hope things get easier for you soon.

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