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Hiring
Should I say anything?
You are not required to disclose that you have a disability (in this case a mental health problem) unless it interferes with your ability to carry out the essential functions of the job you’re applying for.
Before you decide whether or not to disclose your illness, consider the benefits and risks:
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- If you need accommodations, you are entitled to them to help you work.
- Disclosure may ease the stress of hiding your health problem.
- Disclosure before serious problems arise that affect your work may build trust with your employer.
- You may need to explain gaps in your resumé although you may be able to do this without disclosing that you have a mental illness.
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- Discrimination against people with mental health problems is common. Even enlightened company policies and may not prevent prospective employers from not giving you a fair chance in an interview.
- Depending on their attitudes and understanding of mental illness, telling your employer about your condition could limit opportunities for advancement with the organization.
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It is neither legal nor medical advice and is not a substitute for the advice
of a qualified practitioner in your home jurisdiction. Mental Health Works makes every effort to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the information that appears on its website but cannot guarantee that it is error free or complete.
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