I am going to move to Japan next month. I have had depression since 2022 due to covid, and my brother passed away suddenly.
However, since this year, I have been getting better and the Dr has adjusted my dosage to the lowest dosage. Before starting my job, I will undergo a medical check-up. Should I disclose that I takes antidepressant? Japanese seem to be tough, and I am afraid if I disclose my depression I might get a bad impression. I am not quite sure how mental health is perceived by Japanese ppl.
When I asked my psy Dr, she said it depends on myself because currently my depression is very mild, and she does not think that it will affect my work.
She, however, wanted to keep me on antidepressant because she said moving to another country might sometimes affect someone mental health . Just as precaution in case I relapsed.
Should I disclose it or not? 🧐
by Material_Research_60