A couple of thoughts. To your original post. Just because your family doesn't support you, it doesn't mean that others won't.

Now work. I'm out at work. I went to HR and disclosed and signed up for a few accommodations plus a medical leave should it come to that. They were so awesome about the whole thing. Depression/Mania both started to affect my work and my team was concerned. I told them what was actually going on. It was scary, but they were so very supportive.

There is stigma out there, so it takes a lot of courage to be open. And I only did it because it was necessary. And I'm glad I did it. No more cover ups.

All this having been said, some other members here have felt discriminated against after disclosing. ADA is supposed to protect Bipolar. You could sue your company if it came to it.

Perhaps some one more knowledgeable will speak up on the topic of discrimination?