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Employee    MIND
& Job-      YOUR
Seeker   PSYCHIATRIC
Tip      SYMPTOMS
Sandy Lovejoy
Monster Contributing Writer   AT WORK
1.
 OVERVIEW
1. OVERVIEW


If you have a psychiatric disability and hold down a job in a
workplace where most of the employees do not share this
disability, you have a variety of stressful situations to deal
with. Because of the stigma still attached to mental illness
(it’s slowly getting better), it is hard to decide whether to
share this personal info with coworkers and supervisors.

Whichever route you take, you may have fears about
acting or looking weird while you're working. Here are five
suggestions for alleviating some of the stress...
2.
 FIVE TIPS ON MANAGING
 YOUR MENTAL ILLNESS
 AT WORK
2.1 MAKE SURE YOUR JOB MATCHES
    YOUR COPING SKILLS

Be honest with yourself about your strengths and limitations.
Then align yourself with a work environment that meets your
needs in ways that don’t overly stress you.
For instance, if you hear voices often despite medication, and
listening to music is a good way to tune them out, working in an
office or a job site where you can have headphones or a radio
may be a good option.
If pressure to keep up with a hectic pace jangles your nerves, or a
condition like depression slows you down, stay away from the
restaurant industry, assembly-type jobs or publishing.
2.2 RESPECT YOUR ABILITY TO CONCENTRATE


Many people like variety in their work; you wouldn’t be
alone in needing to shift your attention from a task.
Frequent but brief breaks may be an accommodation you
need to request from your employer.
If you do take breaks, find ways to do it that don't look too
obvious to other workers who don’t get this privilege.
Smoking breaks each hour will call attention to you. Talk with
your boss about how to change what you’re doing
legitimately.
2.3 MAKE A FEW FRIENDS AT WORK


People who have been out of the workforce for periods of
psychiatric hospitalization or time in the mental health system,
often feel different and are fearful of socializing with people who
haven't shared their experiences and may not understand.
But staying apart from others only confirms that you are
different, in their eyes. Becoming friendly with a few people
doesn't mean you have to share your life story, but it can make
you feel like you have some allies and give you another reason to
enjoy coming to work.
2.4 HAVE A STRONG SUPPORT SYSTEM
    OUTSIDE OF WORK

Making sure that you have a support system outside the
workplace means you always have people to rely on.

This support group should include your doctor, therapist and
your employer’s confidential Employee Assistance Program (if
available), and your family.

One of the best things you can do for yourself is to find or begin
a support group of other people with a psychiatric history who
are working “regular” jobs. You can discuss your fears, attempts
to cope and successes.
2.5 STAY ON A REGIME THAT
    HELPS KEEP YOU STABLE

If your medication works, don't take med vacations
without your doctor's support and until you are well-
situated in your job.
Sleep disorders are often part of the illness, but you need
to keep your wits about you, so ask for help if this is a
problem.
Eat healthy food on a regular basis. Avoid substances you
know will impair your functioning, and try to get regular
exercise -- one of the best stress releasers of all.
more on this topic:
Mind Your Psychiatric Symptoms At Work
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Your Psychiatric Symptoms @Work

  • 1. Employee MIND & Job- YOUR Seeker PSYCHIATRIC Tip SYMPTOMS Sandy Lovejoy Monster Contributing Writer AT WORK
  • 3. 1. OVERVIEW If you have a psychiatric disability and hold down a job in a workplace where most of the employees do not share this disability, you have a variety of stressful situations to deal with. Because of the stigma still attached to mental illness (it’s slowly getting better), it is hard to decide whether to share this personal info with coworkers and supervisors. Whichever route you take, you may have fears about acting or looking weird while you're working. Here are five suggestions for alleviating some of the stress...
  • 4. 2. FIVE TIPS ON MANAGING YOUR MENTAL ILLNESS AT WORK
  • 5. 2.1 MAKE SURE YOUR JOB MATCHES YOUR COPING SKILLS Be honest with yourself about your strengths and limitations. Then align yourself with a work environment that meets your needs in ways that don’t overly stress you. For instance, if you hear voices often despite medication, and listening to music is a good way to tune them out, working in an office or a job site where you can have headphones or a radio may be a good option. If pressure to keep up with a hectic pace jangles your nerves, or a condition like depression slows you down, stay away from the restaurant industry, assembly-type jobs or publishing.
  • 6. 2.2 RESPECT YOUR ABILITY TO CONCENTRATE Many people like variety in their work; you wouldn’t be alone in needing to shift your attention from a task. Frequent but brief breaks may be an accommodation you need to request from your employer. If you do take breaks, find ways to do it that don't look too obvious to other workers who don’t get this privilege. Smoking breaks each hour will call attention to you. Talk with your boss about how to change what you’re doing legitimately.
  • 7. 2.3 MAKE A FEW FRIENDS AT WORK People who have been out of the workforce for periods of psychiatric hospitalization or time in the mental health system, often feel different and are fearful of socializing with people who haven't shared their experiences and may not understand. But staying apart from others only confirms that you are different, in their eyes. Becoming friendly with a few people doesn't mean you have to share your life story, but it can make you feel like you have some allies and give you another reason to enjoy coming to work.
  • 8. 2.4 HAVE A STRONG SUPPORT SYSTEM OUTSIDE OF WORK Making sure that you have a support system outside the workplace means you always have people to rely on. This support group should include your doctor, therapist and your employer’s confidential Employee Assistance Program (if available), and your family. One of the best things you can do for yourself is to find or begin a support group of other people with a psychiatric history who are working “regular” jobs. You can discuss your fears, attempts to cope and successes.
  • 9. 2.5 STAY ON A REGIME THAT HELPS KEEP YOU STABLE If your medication works, don't take med vacations without your doctor's support and until you are well- situated in your job. Sleep disorders are often part of the illness, but you need to keep your wits about you, so ask for help if this is a problem. Eat healthy food on a regular basis. Avoid substances you know will impair your functioning, and try to get regular exercise -- one of the best stress releasers of all.
  • 10. more on this topic: Mind Your Psychiatric Symptoms At Work more career advice: http://career-advice.monster.ca join us on: