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Yes, I agree. I think the version I gave was a bit more "theatrical" because I was writing it out for a non-employer. And no I don't use illegal drugs - and am
by csfelon 13y ago
Yes, I agree. I think the version I gave was a bit more "theatrical" because I was writing it out for a non-employer.
And no I don't use illegal drugs - and am not a heavy drinker. I have coped with depression and anxiety with the help of psychotherapy and anti-depression drugs. Which have worked very well, and helped me lead a balanced and healthy life.
- aestra 13y agoNo. Don't mention depression or your treatment for mental illness or use of psychotropic medications. There is still serious stigma against mental illness.
- DanBC 13y agoPeople with a mental illness are covered under discrimination laws in the US. While it's probably a good idea to not disclose (in the US) before you have the job it's something that people need to think about. The EEOC advice is here. http://www.eeoc.gov/employees/index.cfm http://www.eeoc.gov/employees/index.cfm http://www.eeoc.gov/laws/practices/index.cfm http://www.eeoc.gov/laws/practices/index.cfm
- csfelon 13y agoI take a "less is more approach" if someone asks: Were you depressed? I say: "Absolutely, I had just experienced a parents suicide" and I've done a lot of work on learning adult coping skills so that I won't repeat that sort of thing. Again this is all if they ask... It's a weird cross section because once the door is open, someone can ask pretty much any question they may have been legally prohibited from asking in an interview because I disclosed it - I often feel it changes the dynamic of an interview in a very serious way. I usually try to use it is an op. to ingratiate that person to my ability to cope with stress and perform under pressure.