Posted by JohnL on September 1, 2001, at 12:50:40
In reply to Explaining or NOT Explaining Depression, posted by Elzabeth on September 1, 2001, at 11:39:28
How about, "I've got some issues at home to deal with. There just isn't enough time in a day, so at least for now other things are taking up my time."
Personally I do not like sharing info about my mental problems, because sooner or later it always comes back to bite you one way or the other. Some things are best kept private. Sharing emotions is better done with a counselor who will keep everything confidential and still allow you to say whatever is on your mind. I know people who were open about their depression, and they were stunned when layoffs came they were at the top of the list. Of course, there was always a false reason why they were the ones chosen to be let go, but it was pretty obvious what really happened. I hate to admit it, but mental illness does seem to have a stigma attached to it. I personally do not share my problems with anyone, especially people I work with. I don't owe anyone any explanation. I just float a generic excuse like the one I quoted above.
John
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