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Are workers who have depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, and other mental health conditions protected against discrimination and harassment at work? Read "Depression, PTSD, and Other Mental Health Conditions in the Workplace: Your Legal Rights." https://www.EEOC.gov/laws/guidance/depression-ptsd-other-mental-health-conditions-workplace-your-legal-rights

Looking for a job? If you receive Social Security disability benefits, discover FREE employment supports available through the Ticket to Work Program that can help people with disabilities develop a career. Join Choose Work! for the next Work Incentive Seminar Event (WISE) webinar on May 22 at 3 p.m. ET to learn about apprenticeships, working for the federal government and how Ticket to Work can help you advance your job search.

In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Disability Employment Policy published a special edition of its News Brief highlighting resources to help employers, workers and policymakers learn about and take action to support workforce mental health—this month and every month of the year. https://www.dol.gov/agencies/odep/publications/news-brief/20240509

#Accommodation solutions may be helpful for addressing limitations related to executive functioning, including difficulty remembering, organizing, and concentrating. Read JAN's “Accommodation Solutions for Executive Functioning Deficits” for key solutions. https://AskJAN.org/articles/Executive-Functioning-Deficits.cfm

JAN offers practical #accommodation solutions for workers who have difficulty communicating effectively and appropriately with others (e.g., due to anxiety, difficulty managing emotions, tone, etc.). Read "Communication Difficulties in the Workplace." https://AskJAN.org/articles/Communication-Difficulties-in-the-Workplace.cfm

Interested in learning more about timely topics and trends in disability employment? The U.S. Department of Labor's Office of Disability Employment Policy recently launched a LinkedIn page. Subscribe today to get regular updates and engage in conversation. www.linkedin.com/showcase/odep-dol

Multiple Sclerosis is a chronic autoimmune disease of the central nervous system. #Accommodations may help address common limitations, like fatigue, muscle weakness, numbness, cognitive changes, and visual difficulties. Read “A to Z: Multiple Sclerosis.” https://askjan.org/disabilities/Multiple-Sclerosis.cfm

JAN offers resources to help facilitate the #accommodation process for workers who have mental health conditions, like anxiety disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, and major depression. “A to Z: Mental Health Conditions” is a good place to start. https://AskJAN.org/disabilities/Mental-Health-Conditions.cfm

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission updated their "What You Should Know About the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act" guidance to reflect the agency's final regulation to carry out the #PWFA. It includes an overview and important terms and provisions.

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission issued the final rule to officially implement the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act. This rule is effective June 18, 2024. https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2024/04/19/2024-07527/implementation-of-the-pregnant-workers-fairness-act #PWFA #Pregnancy