Bosses want their workers to start taking mental-health days for the right reasons.

Workers often say they are taking a mental-health day with a wink and a nudge, as it is commonly understood that they will be catching up on housework or going to the beach. Meanwhile, many people who genuinely need time off to see a therapist or recover from an anxiety attack say they are less than forthcoming with their managers about why they need a break.

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