Whether or not to disclose an MI

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  1. What should I do?

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      You have probable reason to worry.
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      You will probably be termed/not get the job.
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      Talk to HR and discuss with your recruiter.
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      Say nothing and turn in the letter to health services.
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      Girl you are fine! Stop freaking out.

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I just got my first job as a CNA after passing my certification in my dream unit at my dream hospital.

During my preliminary physical appointment before the drug screen, I was asked to write down whether I am on medications. I did not really want to disclose, but I am currently on gabapentin and lamotrigine for an unspecified mood disorder. I have suffered from mild post partum depression and anxiety in the past but have been stable for years.

I mainly disclosed the medication because the job is at the hospital that I go to and my medical records are on hand, and I wanted to be honest and not risk being fired for nondisclosure, but I was wondering if I could be barred from being hired by admitting to having a mental disorder?

I just received a letter from my psychiatrist stating that I am prescribed the medication and am fit to work as a PCT with no restrictions to turn in at health services request, but I am still really worried about turning this in. Will this stop me from getting the job?

Can anyone please ease my anxieties?

Thank you in advance! :)

-Hopefully A PCT at my dream hospital

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Google Americans with Disabilities Act. It does cover mental illness. I may be naive or to trusting but honestly don't think you will have any problem.

It took me a while to figure out MI meant mental illnesses. I read your post several times but still couldn't figure out the MI deal, I kept thinking heart attack? Better to not use abbreviations.

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