Anxiety is a debilitating condition. Unfortunately, it doesn’t receive the attention and recognition it deserves as other physical conditions. “Anxiety disorders are characterized as complex mental health conditions that involve more than just nervousness and stress. It can affect professional productivity, in addition to causing physical pain,” says Bram A. Lecker, a renowned and principal…

Everyone experiences occasional moments of sadness. However, persistent feelings of despair or disinterest in daily activities may indicate depression. This serious and pervasive mental health condition requires professional attention and support for effective management and recovery. Depression is one of Canada’s primary causes of disability, representing the largest share of disability claims among mental health…

In a move reflecting the intensifying competition and market challenges in the electric vehicle sector, Tesla, the world’s largest automaker by market value, has announced significant layoffs, affecting over 10% of its global workforce. This internal memo, seen by Reuters, underscores the company’s efforts to navigate falling sales and an increasingly aggressive price war within…

In recent years, the discussion surrounding parental leave and employment rights has gained significant traction in Ontario. As part of its ongoing commitment to workers’ rights, Ontario has established robust provisions to protect employees taking pregnancy and parental leave. However, recently, we have seen employers pushing back against the established doctrine that pregnant mothers and…

An anxiety disorder can severely impact your life, including your ability to perform at work. Unfortunately, mental health disorders often don’t receive the recognition they deserve compared to physical ailments. This lack of understanding can lead your employer and insurance provider to question the necessity of a long-term disability (LTD) claim for anxiety. The challenges…

Living with chronic pain and disability is challenging and can affect every part of daily life. If you’re an employee dealing with such a condition, it can lead to additional stresses beyond physical issues, resulting in even more obstacles to navigate. Whether you have difficulty accomplishing simple tasks or face barriers in the workplace, you…

Living with an invisible illness can be a daily battle, affecting every aspect of your life, including your ability to work. From chronic pain conditions, like fibromyalgia, and autoimmune diseases, like lupus, to mental health disorders, like depression and anxiety, invisible illnesses can be debilitating. And it is often misunderstood.  For people struggling to work…