Working with a Chronic Health Condition: Is Choosing Not to Disclose the Same as Hiding Information?

Key Points

• Explore the reasons behind workers' nondisclosure of disabilities and the implications for workplace support.
• Qualitative exploration of workers' experiences with disabilities in the workplace.
• Assessment of the impacts of nondisclosure on workplace dynamics and support mechanisms.
• Workers commonly report hiding information from supervisors about their disabilities.
• Identifying reasons for nondisclosure can enhance workplace inclusivity.
• Improving support for workers with disabilities fosters a more sustainable work environment.