It has become increasingly clear, through conversations on this platform and on other social media, many organizations are still missing the mark when it comes to being inviting, accommodating workplaces for people with mental health conditions.
I was recently eavesdropping on a social media chat with peers, one of whom asked, “How should I disclose my bipolar diagnosis to my boss?” The cacophony of replies resoundingly screamed, “Do not disclose!” Far too many people have been victimized, stigmatized and discriminated against after being vulnerable and honest about their mental health conditions.
All one needs to do is glance at the latest conversations around Naomi Osaka to see how deep-seated mental health stigma remains.
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