when to tell in job hunting

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I think my potential employer needs to be aware because I have Asperger's, OCD and ADHD. I'm going to face some trouble on the job and my supervisor needs to know that going in. I want to keep my job. I realize having them know will put me on the spotlight but my mistakes put me on the spotlight, like it or not. I always fail at blending in when it comes to work. What I don't want is to find I'm never hired because I was honest in an interview. People keep telling me to keep it secret. That adds so much pressure to be completely normal and I can't do that. I have and am trying so hard. It doesn't work. Before I was diagnosed I spent so much time in trouble and hating myself for not being able to keep up. I'd be willingly walking right back into that. What have you guys done while seeking employment?

My current job I started through an employment agency.

On my 2nd day in the job I told the manger about my Aspergers and he knew straight away it was a from of Autism.

10 months later the company took me on and cut out the agency.

It takes a lot of pressure off me not having to hide my Autism.

My short term memory is the pits but my work and attendance is excellent.


You do not have to disclose your Autism by law.

My advice would be to get the job first and during the first day or two disclose your Autism.

If they suddenly get rid of you they might be in a tricky situation.

i've only been for one interview.

I told them about my AS when they asked "do you have any questions or is there something you need to say?".

they hired me.

Me thinks the fact that the boss knows about it takes pressure off me.