Stress leave

Stress leave is a form of leave of absence taken as a form of stress management due to excess psychological stress negatively impacting an employee's performance.

United States

In the United States, unpaid stress leave may be taken under Family and [Medical Leave Act of 1993] for up to 12 weeks annually.

California

In California, paid stress leave may be taken under the California [Family Rights Act] if it stems from the job.