It’s impossible to look at your smart phone, tablet, computer or television without seeing or hearing a story of personal hopelessness, desperation or sadness. Often depression, anxiety and loneliness can be affiliated with winter months, or the stress of the holiday season, or the recent passing of a loved one. But as situations become more complex in our society and the world continues to change, it is very possible that personal feelings of nervousness, sadness or concern may carry over into the workplace. Many states and the federal government provide for leave of absence when an employee is impaired by a qualifying illness, including mental impairment.