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Originally Posted by psychehedone
Thank you for the thoughtful response, Outlaw Sammy. With BP, I find that sometimes we tread a fine line between providing critical information and divulging material that puts us in danger. Of course, the latter sometimes has to do with the ignorance of the other party. Tact is of the essence.
My situation seems to have been mostly resolved, but do you have suggestions for how to tactfully explain BP to others -- especially to deans, professors, and possibly employers?
So far, I've managed to figure out how to discuss MI with family and friends, but other groups of people (e.g. authority figures. Surely there are others, can't think of any off the top of my head, but if anyone has suggestions please throw them in) remain a challenge.
Thanks.
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For three years, I belonged to a bipolar support group until I moved away. Within that group, no one would openly admit their illness because of fear of discrimination. I got tired of arguing that we must be candid if we are to educate others. No one would ever agree with me - and I was very frustrated.
Currently, I tell those who have "a need to know." And when I do, I offer them as much or as little information as they like. Some just like to "cut to the chase," while others "want the big picture." I'm not pushy, but I let them know that I'm open to questions.
But Be Advised - there are some people who will dislike/hate you no matter how candid you are. If you can identify the type in advance, don't tell them anything - ever.