Should i tell them about my disposition? why or why not?

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Today I'm faced with a dilemma. I've been sending out resumes for English teaching jobs left and right. My target areas are Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, and China as a last resort. Some of the places in South Korea and Taiwan are asking for my medical history. Here is my question. Should I mention to them that I have Asperger's or should I just keep my mouth shut and pray nobody finds out? I don't want to have a meltdown and have to explain myself, but I don't want them to disqualify me just for that, either. I'm qualified for the job. I managed just fine in Thailand for the past year.

I was let go from my first job because I had anger outbursts. Seventh graders have a natural penchant towards getting under your skin, but that's neither here nor there. The second half at my other school, I took my meds my doctor in the U.S. prescribed me and managed just fine. Luckily, my supervisor was understanding. He told me I'd be alright as long as I took my meds. Is it safe to tell the agencies in South Korea or Taiwan I have Asperger's, or will I be committing career suicide? Should I keep quiet about it and take my meds surreptitiously hoping nobody finds out?

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  • R007
    8 years ago

    if they ask for your medical history, you need to tell them. One the one hand, lying on something like that can be considered fraud, on the other, the company is most likely just concerned for your safety. If you had a meltdown, they are aware how to react and so on.

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  • mysistersshadow
    8 years ago

    I wouldn't tell them its none of there business.

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  • Rusty-Rider
    8 years ago

    "Mum's the word"

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