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An increasing number of companies are offering extended mental health leaves—ranging from one to six months—as burnout reaches crisis levels. A 2024 survey by LinkedIn found that 72% of professionals would consider taking a sabbatical for mental health reasons if offered.
These extended breaks allow employees to reset, seek therapy, and recover from chronic stress. Companies like Nike and Google report higher retention rates after introducing sabbatical policies.
However, stigma remains—many fear being seen as “weak” for taking time off. Normalizing mental health sabbaticals could be a game-changer for workplace well-being.
