Posted by Jumpy on November 14, 2002, at 21:17:58
In reply to Re: Public disclosure of psychiatric disorder, posted by lostsailor on November 13, 2002, at 14:56:48
This is a very difficult subject. I work in the medical field, and you would think that health care workers would be more knowledgable and understanding about mental illness. But I know two individuals that were open about their depression, and I often heard comments like, "Here comes prozac head" or "I hope she took her medications today" from other DOCTORS and NURSES behind there backs. At that point I decided I would never disclose my depression. I am currently going for ECT and am still trying to think of am excuse before I return to work .... maybe minor surgery or pneumonia. Unforunately, the stigma is still there and very strong. Although, alway making excuses to go to see my pdoc or pick up my meds is a HUGE burden too! It is like leading a second secret life.
Here is a article about disclosure .... http://www.mdsg.org/newsletter.September2002.html#Disclose
Jumpy
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