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> "I've noticed you've been committing code less frequently than normal. Is everything okay?" If my manager had asked me this yesterday I might've said that my

• Jemaclus 5y ago
  I'm very sorry to hear that. Normally, I would suggest mentioning extenuating circumstances to your boss in 1:1s as a way to build trust and open communication, which theoretically should mean that you'll get a little bit of a break when you hit bad times. Bringing medical information (bipolar diagnosis) changes things a little bit. It's a double-edged sword. On the one hand, it can protect you a little bit through process. It's harder to fire you if you have a medical problem than it is if you have a performance problem. On the other hand, it can lead to being sidelined on other projects if you are deemed unreliable. Personally, I'd probably speak up and say something to my boss about it and try and establish some empathy and trust, but if you don't trust your manager or don't trust your company to do the right thing, I can understand staying quiet. Best of luck.