Bipolar Disorder Support Group
Bipolar disorder is not just a single disorder, but a category of mood disorders marked by periods of abnormally high energy and euphoria, often accompanied by bouts of clinical depression. This is the place to talk about your experience with bipolar disorder, learn from others' experiences, and find support.

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I work in a hospital and I havent told anyone about my bp. I know the stigmatism that goes with it and I may not have a job. My doc thinks I need to tell them in case I have a problem. What do you think? Most people are scared to work with bp people, I have asked several coworkers what they think and that is what they said. How far do we go? How much do we reveal? Faking it is very hard to do and I think I am having hallucinations. Where does it all end?
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Good luck.
I wouldnt unless it was absoulotely necassary disabeled employees are protected.
Good luck, but only you can know what's right.
If there are problems, then maybe supervisor or human resources.
Then I would only tell one person at a time. And only..............on a need to know basis.
IMHO.
That stigma keeps thousands of people from seeking help. There is no stigma about being diabetic,, and if a diabetic's blood sugar is off it can and will affect their behavior...yet not stigma.
That is because people are brave enough to say "I am a diabetic...I may need help sometimes"
To me, my opinion only, the ONLY way to end the stigma is for us to be honest and forthcoming...show that we are respectable citizens and people will learn.
With this approach I have already led one person from learning about my disorder and comparing it to himself to go and get help.
Again, I'm unique. I am honest and upfront and teach everyone I can in hopes of making life better for all of us.
I've been there and had several manic episodes that included hallucinations at a previous place of employment. The last one ended up in a hospital stay. I believe I was fortunate that the company was understanding but I still kept it under wraps as much as possible - on a need to know basis with the owner only.
everyone fibs about why they need to go/stay home sick. you're fibbing, but the reason to go home would be real.
but it's just me weighing in.