Sufferer New. Dissociative Features.

[RavenGirl]

I can only speak for my situation, but my boss has been very supportive and I'm glad I let them know up front what was going on. I think when they know from the get go it is easier to be supportive right away. That way there's no wondering about what's going on, or why are we acting a little different, or why do we need a break, etc... just my thoughts. :)

 

[DissociativeJunkie]

I just got my new diagnoses on Monday. I told him I am schizophrenic and bipolar and what he could expect. Schizophrenia was the wrong diagnosis. I told him quickly of my new list of diagnoses. But we didn't have time to talk about it. I was afraid of telling my employers I am disabled because I was worried they would discriminate and not hire me. But talking to him today, I know he will be on board with me, because he's been very encouraging and supportive. And he once told me he's got my back and he will vouch for me if it means getting fired. He's the only one that really acts like he cares. I can talk to him because the first day we met, on the job, he went into his history of hard drug addiction, withdrawal and what it was like being an addict up until his first daughter was born. He's told me some pretty personal things. :)

 

[intothelight]

@DissociativeJunkie Welcome to the forum!

Emotions can be scary but with therapy they can be felt again and not overwhelming.

 

[DissociativeJunkie]

@DissociativeJunkie Welcome to the forum!

Emotions can be scary but with thera...

There was one day I cycled through emotions so rapidly I almost had a mental breakdown. Not accustomed to such strong emotions. But thank you for the welcome! As Churchill said, "If you're going through hell, keep on going."