I have just been diagnosed with bipolar disorder can I still become a lawyer? Does this affect my chances of getting a job in my field?
2007-11-16 02:27:06 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
I am sorry I had to laugh when I read this question. I work with successful attorneys all day long and I can tell you that out of the ones I know probably 1/2 of them should be diagnosed as bi-polar. I believe strongly that you can be successful as long as you stay on your medication and go to therapy if prescribed.
2007-11-16 02:36:26 · answer #1 · answered by saved_by_grace 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You most certainly can become a lawyer and, like Andrew P said, if you can learn to use your "up" periods to your advantage, you will be a very successful one. A lot of very successful people have bipolar disorder because they are so productive in the manic period. Also medication will certainly help even out the mood swings and help you be productive all the time. Having bipolar disorder will not effect your ability to get a job as a lawyer at all. If that's what you want to be, I say go for it. You'll do great.
2007-11-16 02:40:30 · answer #2 · answered by Heather Mac 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Of course you can - if you take your medication and follow a routine (getting enough sleep - going without can trigger a manic episode) etc etc you will be fine. In fact in law not to employ you because you are bipolar will be a breach of disability discrimination law. That said, many HR departments and people generally remain quite bigoted about these things, sad but true - so if i were you, I would ensure that you don't own up to it on application forms or similar - because as in any industry, it is competitive, and unscrupulous types will try to use it against you. It is wrong but it does happen. So just keep your counsel - you are not required to disclose most private medical information - look after yourself, and follow your chosen career. When you look at the evidence most bipolar sufferers are actually highly intelligent - you will do very well - just make sure you manage the illness, and things will fall into place.
2007-11-16 02:46:14 · answer #3 · answered by Miss Behavin 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Many great people have suffered from bipolar disorder and have become many great things to this world and yes you can still become a lawyer and a great one at that.I wish you all the luck in the world for your dream to come true,and who knows you may be the best lawyer that ever lived.Good Luck
2007-11-16 02:38:49 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Here is something that no one has told you:
If you focus your bi polar intensity on the subject of being a lawyer, you will probably be very good at it. One of the positive side effects of b.p. is the ability to zero in and concentrate on one topic in an almost unnatural way. Learn to use your b.p. to your advantage, and you could be unstoppable as a lawyer.
2007-11-16 02:33:49 · answer #5 · answered by Andrew 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Bi-polar disorder is treated with medications. You can live a normal life. It should not hinder you in becoming a lawyer. When you get to know attorneys, you think most of them have some sort of mental deficiency.
2007-11-16 02:31:46 · answer #6 · answered by regerugged 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
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RE :Can people with bipolar disorder still become lawyers?
I have just been diagnosed with bipolar disorder can I still become a lawyer? Does this affect my chances of getting a job in my field?
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