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In this episode, Ashley and Andrea explain which feelings and actions may indicate that a change in how you do your work would benefit your mental health and increase your productivity. They spell out exactly who qualifies for reasonable accommodations and give several examples of specific workplace adjustments that benefit people managing a mental health disorder. To wrap up Part I, they discuss using the interactive process to find a solution acceptable to the employee and business.

While you may not know the phrases "interactive process" or "reasonable accommodations" you\'ve seen them in action. The most common way this appears at work is when someone takes a leave of absence to have surgery and comes back on "light duty" or with restrictions for a few weeks. Prior to the surgery, the employee discusses the need for time off with their manager (Interactive Process) and addresses any changes to how they will perform job tasks upon return (Reasonable Accommodations).

The same process applies to employees seeking accommodations due to mental impairment. 

In Part II, Ashley and Andrea describe the steps involved in acquiring and implementing an accommodation at work. *Spoiler alert* in order to receive a reasonable accommodation under the ADA, you must disclose your disability.  

This topic is huge and heavily regulated. If you want to know more, check out these trusted resources: 

Ask JAN - The Job Accommodation Network (JAN) is the leading source of free, expert, and confidential guidance on job accommodations and disability employment issues. 

US Department of Labor - Office of Disability Employment Policy

EEOC - Equal Employment Opportunity Commission

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