Should I Disclose My DID at Work?
In the United States, you are not required to disclose a dissociative disorder to an employer or a potential employer. However, some people choose to share this information. The decision…
Why Do I Do Well at a Job at First and Then Struggle Later?
The start of a new job often comes with structure, novelty, and clear expectations, which can feel stabilizing. Many jobs also involve shadowing someone during training or having a manager…
Why Does My Ability to Work Feel Inconsistent?
Your ability to work may feel inconsistent due to fluctuations in how much energy your system has or because different parts may be fronting at different times. As is explained…
Q&A Questions for DID and Work
Can I Realistically Work With DID? How Do I Ask For Accommodations Without Explaining Everything? Should I Disclose My DID At Work? What Kinds Of Accommodations Actually Help With DID?…
Work Accommodations Deep Dive
Workplace Accommodations for Dissociation and Trauma Many people with DID or other dissociative disorders work. However, work environments are often designed for people who do not experience dissociation, trauma triggers,…
Work Accommodations Guide
If you experience challenges at work related to concentration, stress tolerance, fatigue, executive functioning, or dissociation, workplace accommodations may help reduce some of the barriers you are facing. Workplace accommodations…
DID and Work
DID and Work Work can be uniquely complicated when you are living with DID. There are external expectations for how you act and pressure to perform your job at a…