ABSTRACT
Increase the understanding of mood disorders among your coworkers by demonstrating how well you work. When you know the time is right, disclose your condition. Ideally, management should know too, but unfortunately a disclosure at this level may impact negatively on your career. This is a good time to talk to the coaching staffyour support team. Sadly, I have had to creatively hide the gaps in my résumé in order to fi nd work, but I am determined not to do that again. Stuart
There is continuing debate about whether to disclose
previous episodes of depression or bipolar disorder when
either applying for a job or while in the position. The follow-
ing accounts canvass the issue. First, here are some thoughts
from a woman managing her career and bipolar disorder.
