Hi, new to the site here and made an account because I wanted to ask a specific question that maybe someone might be able to answer! I'm up for renewal of my license and like all licensing boards they ask the crimal and mental health questions. When I originally filed for my license I disclosed to the board that I had ADHD and was being treated for it because I wanted to be honest, despite the fact I felt like my rights were being violated and I was being discriminated against for having ADHD. They required me to obtain a safe to practice and route of treatment letter from my provider. Now I would have never disclosed this information but the question is so vague on the alaska license board which states,
"Since the date of your last application, have you been or are you currently being treated or on medication for bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, paranoia, psychotic disorder, substance abuse, depression (excluding situational or reactive depression) or any other mental or emotional illness?", that I felt I had no option but to disclose it.
Can an anyone answer that this is not a violation of The American Disabilities Act and do I really need to continue to provide this information to the board for the rest of my career every 2 years during renewal? It seems like such a small thing but at the same time I feel like I'm being discriminated against and punished for when it's none of the boards business. Anyone have experience with this issue or any professional law opinions out there? Thanks for taking the time to read my post.
