My Father was drunk when he told me this, I have to question it! Thanks!!
Answer by backcountry
It can't possibly be due to the Equal Opportunity Employer (act)?? It would also be absurd......imagine a job whose requirement is to have no understanding of the condition you are evaluating (except your textbook study of it). She should be able to get a job as a social worker, and kudos to her for choosing a field that she is equipped to understand due to her personal experience.
Answer by [Peculiar] Pattie
I think It depends on what type of mental disease or defect it is if they've been hospitalized and if they're still undergoing treatment for it Zoloft is a depression medication and Its likely that's NOT A huge Deal and possibly by the time she gets a job she could be off the medication * you said shes still in school* so I think she has the same shot at getting a job in her profession as any one else right out of school not taking medication
but I guess it really depends on how Wisconsin is about that
Answer by MishMash
I think your dad is only saying that out of concern for your sister as it is not true. He may be thinks the type of work is too stressful for her. It's a good thing then that she is in another state so that she wont have to hear what would be put down for her.
Many people who go into social work and those who become psychologists or psychiatrists have histories mental health issues or abuse of some kind. They seek that type of learning and employment to help put their own lives in perspective and are more able to draw from their own experiences to help others.
Your sister must feel she has a real calling.
I wish her well in her journey.
Answer by Angela R
of ourse you can work in that field, I have a mentally ill dagnosis and I a a therapist-it is just really imporatnt to take care of yourself
Answer by Donna L
If they do, then your sister will be rich - after she sues her doctors and the prospective employers.
It is illegal to share medical informaiton about a person with anyone without their consent, so IF the employer finds out she's taking Zoloft, then she can sue her doctors.
It is also illegal to discriminate against someone for medical reasons, so IF the potential employer fails to hire her because of this, she can sue them, as well.
The bottom line is, it's not going to happen. Zoloft is an antidepressant, and MANY people take it, INCLUDING social workers. If your sister gets her degree, and gets licensed, that is proof enough that she can handle the job.
As an aside, it sounds like your father is very hurtful, and most likely needs substance abuse treatment. My advice to you: take whatever he says with a grain of salt.
Orignal From: Mental Health: Is it true that if you have a mental health history you cannot become a social worker?
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