Working in the Dark: Keeping Your Job While Dealing With Depression
Author: Fawn Fitter, Beth Gulas, Fown Fitter
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ISBN: 1568387903
Publisher: Hazelden Information Education (March, 2002)
Sales Rank: 83,056
Average Customer Rating: 5 out of 5
Customer Reviews
Rating: 5 out of 5
MUCH-NEEDED
Given the amount of stigma that still surrounds depression and mental illness in general, this book is an essential resource. It's matter-of-fact and practical; the information about confidentiality and job protection is particularly helpful. We should all know our rights in the workplace, and Working in the Dark can be a real source of empowerment.
Rating: 5 out of 5
Extremely helpful
I purchased this for a close friend who was battling depression while holding down an intensely demanding job. She found the book to be profoundly helpful and has since recommended it to several of her co-workers.
Rating: 5 out of 5
A must have book!
I ordered this book because a family member suffers from depression and was having problems dealing with certain tasks at work. I wish this book had been around a long time ago. One of the reasons this book is so good is that the authors speak from personal experience. The advice you are given is based on what worked or works for them and the other people whose stories are also talked about in the book.The suggestion that you take Myers-Briggs test to determine what your best suited for in regards to work is VERY helpful. I've taken this test and I was able to see just what areas I could work in and also that I had more choices than I originally thought. This test is wonderful for anyone!
Many employers are not prepared to deal with the subject of depression. This book is a must have tool for human resources so more people are educated on the real story behind the illness and dismiss the stereotype of a depressed person. It is VERY true what the author says about some bosses who don't want to know more on the subject and that they can't understand it and just throw their hands up and say that the employee can't do anything. My loved one is going through it right now. It is terrible and uncalled for.
I can't say enough good things about WORKING IN THE DARK. It really is a must have book.
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