I am experiencing signs of mental illness, starting with depression and now I'm realizing it's effecting my work performance and with everyday life decisions. I do have mental health issues in my family and therefore it's genetic I am bound to get it too. I am wanting a medical lay off, considering I work far up north in the middle of no where for weeks on end. Therefore, I am not able to follow up with a doctor on a regular basis to get better, and to go through the process of trying different medication that suits me the best. Problem is, I am not sure if my doctor will give me the documentation saying I am unfit for work considering I have not seen a doctor until now. What steps do I need to make in order to get a lay off ?