Disclosing OCD at work?

I've mentioned in conversation with my direct manager and peers that I have OCD but I haven't disclosed how debilitating it can be for me. As my responsibilities and impact are growing at work, I've been experiencing more episodes. I'm trying to decide if I should share how it impacts my ability to complete projects and that I become distressed/overwhelmed throughout the day or if I should just keep it to myself. I am a top performer on my team and I work from home. Does anyone have any advice?

User type: Therapist

Username: Stacy Quick

Date posted: 294d ago

I think that this is a tricky one for sure- I can see why you are reluctant to as well as why you may want to share. I think each person with OCD has to make a decision as to what they are willing to share and with whom and how much. I think this can sometimes change over time as well. I know when I initially struggles I didn't want anyone to know about it and now the older I get, the less I care who knows. But I still only share what I feel is relevant or I am comfortable with. I thin it's important to ask yourself prior to sharing: what will I get from this or what benefits would sharing this information afford to me? Ultimately then it is up to you what you do. Never feel pressured to tell or not to.

Username: Anonymous

Date posted: 294d ago

Thank you for your reply. I have gained a lot more responsibility at work but it takes me a long time to deliver projects or at least longer than I think a person who did not struggle with a mental disorder would take to deliver. At this time, I seem to be meeting/exceeding expectations, but I am worried that eventually my delay will become evident -- this is the main reason I want to disclose. I'm afraid of the small chance I'll be perceived as not able to handle the challenges that are being thrown my way, so that's the downside of disclosing.