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Disclosing a disability


FAQ: Disability Disclosure Under the ADA - Equip for Equality

Issues surrounding the disclosure of disability-related and medical information under the ADA are difficult for employers, employees, and job seekers. The Equal ...

Disclosure of a Disability in a Job Interview

Job applicants with disabilities consider two things. First, do they have a choice in. “disclosing” their disability? Second, if there is a choice, ...

FAQs about disclosing a disability to your employer - Understood

The ADA limits what employers can ask about disability during the interview. They can't ask if you have a disability. They can't ask how you became disabled.

To Disclose, or not to Disclose - Sheri Byrne-Haber's Blog

Learn more about disability and accessibility in the business and educational settings from the expert in the field - Sheri Byrne Haber.

Can You Be Fired for Not Disclosing a Disability? A Guide

The answer is generally “No.” But like with many laws, there are exceptions, and the answer in your case can depend on the specific circumstances of your ...

Should you disclose your disability? - LinkedIn

While many employers may not want you to disclose your disability, there can be both risks and benefits in doing so.

How & When to Disclose Your Disability With Your Employer (video)

The ADA requires employers to keep disability and medical information confidential. Such information should only be given to managers and supervisors on a need ...

Disclosing a Disability: Resources - Student Employment

Check out our resources for students with disabilities for career tips, interviews with students and alumni, employment opportunities, and more!

How to tell Employers about your Disability - A Guide to Disclosure

From our engagement with students and graduates with disabilities, they feel the word 'disclosure' can be perceived as negative, which may not align with how ...

Only 4% Of Employees Disclose A Disability, But New HR Tools And ...

Disclosure of a disability at work is, ideally, about asking for the resources or flexibility you need to do your best work, but currently, ...

Does disclosing a disability increase or decrease your chances of ...

I have Type 1 diabetes and while it is considered by the ADA to be a qualifying disability, it definitely does not qualify as a disability for SSDI purposes.

Factors Affecting Disability Disclosure in Employment Setting for ...

This study aimed to increase the understanding of this disability disclosure of people with intellectual disability by examining the determinants of their ...

Talking about Disability Disclosure | Choose Work! - Ticket to Work

Disclosure involves giving out personal, medical, and/or disability information to an employer. It can be overwhelming and scary.

Disclosing a Disability | Kent State University

If you have a physical disability or visual impairment, the best time to let an employer know is when you first call for an interview. Discuss your disability ...

Disclosing a disability in the workplace - CNBC

Research has shown that leaning on employees with disabilities to educate and connect with co-workers can help increase the numbers of people ...

'disclosing a disability' guide - UCU

If you are already in employment and you become disabled, or have a disability you have not yet disclosed, you may fear that being open about your disability to.

Disability Disclosure in the Workplace Fact Sheet

What the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) says about Disability Disclosure and Discrimination: The ADA is a federal civil rights law that says an employer ...

How and why to disclose a disability at work | GBH - WGBH

People with disabilities don't have to disclose their diagnosis to an employer, but would have to disclose relevant functional limitations to ...

How to Weigh the Risks of Disclosing a Disability - HBR Store

In this article, the author discusses why disclosure is challenging, how to decide whether the risk is worth taking, and how a network can support you.

Disclosing a Disability - Job Resources - The Learning Portal

“Disclosure” is the act of making your disability known to others. You might have concerns or questions about disclosing your disability.