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Originally Posted by Crazynurse
So sorry you are going through this Goodguy. I too was diagnoised and hospitalized at the hospital where I worked as an RN.....I was given a medical leave of absence but was unable to return to work when that expired and was told my position could not be held but, I could apply for other openings within the hospital. Needless to say, upon applying, I was not "qualified" or the positions available. It was more than I could handle and did not work for a year. Upon re-entering the work force, I must admit, I did not put my existing condition of Bipolar on any of my paperwork nor did I admit the condition to my prospective employers. It was amazing just how qualified I was and how many job offers I received when no one knew of my condition.
It is not legal to discreminate, but proving it is the problem.
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Yes, proving it is a problem but I would contact the EEOC! They can help you with the case. I know of someone who was forced out of her job onto disability... Unfortunately, employers get away with it every day! They have more money than us!
TJ
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Smooches! Hope you have a Beautiful, Blessed Day!
Thyroid disorders can cause depression and can mimic bipolar disorder... Please read below regarding one form, hypothyroidism, and have your numbers checked...TSH, T3, T4, Free T3, Free T4, and Thyroid Antibodies (for Graves Disease and Hashimotos Disease (which mimics BP)