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Do I have to disclose my PTSD to employer?

Leia Doyle

Do I have to disclose my PTSD to employer?

Are employees with PTSD required to disclose their disability to their employers? No. Employees need only disclose their disability if/when they need an accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.

Is C PTSD recognized?

Diagnosis. While the concept of C-PTSD is longstanding, it is not in the fifth edition of the “Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders” (DSM-5), and therefore isn’t officially recognized by the American Psychiatric Association (APA).

Should I tell HR I have PTSD?

“If you have PTSD and you need some sort of accommodation like extra breaks, then you need to let your employer know that you need extra breaks because of a disability but you never have to tell them that you have PTSD,” Diamond says that you might need a doctor’s note but that should be all.

What are some reasonable accommodations for PTSD?

Examples of such accommodations include:

  • Flexible scheduling to allow time for counseling and appointments.
  • Allowing calls to medical providers during work hours.
  • More frequent breaks and backup coverage as needed.
  • Telecommuting options.
  • Partitions or closed doors for increased privacy.

Can PTSD affect work?

Now, symptoms of PTSD can interfere with the individual’s ability to work in numerous ways. These include memory problems, lack of concentration, poor relationships with coworkers, trouble staying awake, fear, anxiety, panic attacks, emotional outbursts while at work, flashbacks, and absenteeism.

Is PTSD a disability employment law?

There is no obligation for an employee to disclose if they have PTSD, although an employer might be on notice that there is a medical condition. PTSD will almost certainly be a disability under the Equality Act 2010.

How do you handle an employee with PTSD?

Strategies for Managing a Team Member With PTSD

  1. Maintain a Dialogue. It’s important to keep lines of communication open.
  2. Meet Their Needs. Start by simply asking what changes you could make that would improve their work environment.
  3. Deal With Problems Promptly.
  4. Provide Training for the Team.