Strategic Planning. Workplace Training. Individual Counselling
Disclosing Mental Health Infographic
Research findings on the experiences of post secondary students faced with a decision to disclose a mental health disability to an employer or university staff member.
A resource to support initiatives intended to create safer spaces for disclosure, job satisfaction and workplace health and well being.
This infographic indicates the key research findings on the mental health disclosure experiences of post-secondary students transitioning into a career setting. Not surprisingly, 80% participants experienced high levels of fear when faced with a decision to disclose a mental health challenge to an employer. Fear of stigma and being overlooked for promotions and other employment opportunities is a big factor. 19% of participants indicated they were likely to request an accommodation.
https://scholars.wlu.ca/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=3492&context=etd