Re: Have you told employers about your illness?

Posted by Ted on October 16, 2000, at 11:06:20

In reply to Have you told employers about your illness?, posted by Christina on October 16, 2000, at 8:22:05

I told my employer, both manager and HR department. I really couldn't help it -- I am in a very visible position and when I was in the hospital and recovery afterward, my absence was obvious. I told all -- not my fault that I have bipolar disorder. I took the opportunity to educate my coworkers. :-) The result has been slightly reduced bonuses because my productivity is not what it used to be, but no problems WRT attendance, work hours, sick leave, doctor appts, etc.
Part of reducing the social stigma of mental illness is how we present it to others. Take every opportunity to educate those around you. Nevertheless, I wouldn't put it on my resume or mention it in an interview. :-)
Ted

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Re: Have you told employers about your illness? » Christina CarolAnn 10/16/00
Re: Have you told employers about your illness? noa 10/16/00
Re: Have you told employers about your illness? Ted 10/16/00
Re: Have you told employers about your illness? coral 10/16/00
Re: Have you told employers about your illness? Snowie 10/16/00
Thank you, Snowie coral 10/16/00
Re: Thank you, Snowie stjames 10/16/00
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Re: Have you told employers about your illness? shellie 10/16/00
Re: Have you told employers about your illness? Racer 10/17/00
Request for StJames coral 10/17/00
Shellie: No need to apologize...... Christina 10/17/00
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Re: Thank you, Snowie » coral Snowie 10/19/00

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