Handling stigma in the workplace

[not on my watch]

I work for a medical center. Currently have FMLA status. My question is: When I submit job tranfer requests, I am rejected due to my attendance record. Supervisors who do interviews have the "right" to ask attendance issues whether on FMLA( I do not disclose my illness). They just look at days missed. Should I just forget about advancing? My bipolar II has changed my career opportunities fot the last 15 years. I wish I could just get SSDI and retire. I'm 57 now and tired of hearing you can still work. I guess this means even if jobs are low paying. Went from Manager to Janitor. This disease effects my social security as well. The government,workplace and mental health experts seem to oppose each other and the little guy with Bipolar sits on the sidelines looking for peace.

Tired of being past over because of FMLA issues

[Roger Gould, M.D.]

I don't understand the question, but I certainly sympathize with your plight.  YOu might try talking to a career counselor who understands the workplace rules at your place, and may be able to help sort this out.

[not on my watch]

How do I get past blatant stigma and job transfers when my employer see several days of work missed due to FMLA status. I don't want to disclose my bipolar II illness, but an employer sees your attedance record. They get suspicious when your record shows too many days off. I have been denied many jobs due to Bipolar II. My company (Human Resources Dept) has stated that an applicant is chosen by the departmental supervisor so FMLA status looks odd if you refuse to disclose it and implies you are trying to withhold info.