Table of Contents
- 1 Can you be denied a job for being bipolar?
- 2 Can you be diagnosed with major depressive disorder and bipolar disorder?
- 3 Can I become a police officer if I have bipolar disorder?
- 4 Can you become a police officer if you have mental health issues?
- 5 What is the most stressful thing about being a police officer?
Can you be denied a job for being bipolar?
The ADA prevents people who are disabled from being discriminated against at work. Your company can’t cancel a job offer or fire you because you have bipolar disorder. You must be able to do the basic tasks your job requires, but you can ask for accommodations.
Can you be diagnosed with major depressive disorder and bipolar disorder?
Major depressive disorder and bipolar disorder are two separate conditions — you can’t be diagnosed with both at the same time. But that’s because diagnostic criteria for bipolar disorder II includes MDD.
Is bipolar a lifetime diagnosis?
Remember: Bipolar disorder is a lifelong illness, but long-term, ongoing treatment can help control symptoms and enable you to live a healthy life.
Can I become a police officer if I have bipolar disorder?
However, if your condition might affect your ability to perform as a police officer, then the answer would be yes- it could affect your chances. It also depends of course, on the severity of your condition , and whether you can control it with medication.
Can you become a police officer if you have mental health issues?
Plus, if you are the type of person who wants or is willing to put in the effort and time with your doctor to heal yourself from your mental health issues — which takes time to do, whatever happens in the process is not something in a police offic From what I read about what the qualification requirements are, no.
Should I go into law enforcement?
To my surprise, several people have recommended I go into law enforcement, including people who would be in a position to hire me. It still surprises me, and helps me feel more confident in the possibility. It is something I’m now seriously considering after I graduate. What will matter more than anything else is how you present yourself.
What is the most stressful thing about being a police officer?
There are so many things that are unfortunately high for police officers. Divorce, relationship troubles, suicide, alcoholism, and so many factor into the stress and demands of the job. Even when you like it, it is still a stressful and demanding job.