A Society for Human Resources Management study reveals that 47% of individuals with invisible chronic conditions do not disclose these to employers due to fear of discrimination and stigma. The author, who has disclosed her own condition, highlights the privilege that influences her positive experience. She reflects on the significant need for organizations to create a supportive atmosphere for employees with chronic conditions. Her journey through self-employment and back to seeking traditional work emphasizes the necessity for acceptance within workplace cultures to facilitate open discussions about health challenges.
47% of employees with invisible chronic conditions have not disclosed them to employers due to fears of discrimination and stigma, highlighting the need for supportive work environments.
I am part of the 53% who disclosed my invisible illness and received support. My privilege as a white, college-educated woman sets my experience apart.
Organizations need to rethink how they handle disclosures regarding invisible illnesses, promoting a culture of acceptance and support for employees with chronic conditions.
Self-employment provided the flexibility to manage my health, a vital consideration for those with chronic illnesses in a traditionally demanding workplace.
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