Here the problem is not with her seeking treatment for her mental illness.
The problem is with someone giving her confidential medical records to the US, and with the US having a sub-optimal entry system for people with MH histories.
I fully respect the decisions the people make about their own lives. But I strongly feel that we don't fight stigma by not confronting the organisations that perpetuate that stigma.
> I have depression, and it's made me pause.
I agree it's scary and weird. I agree there's a bunch of stuff around "when to disclose an illness" during employment.
The problem is with someone giving her confidential medical records to the US, and with the US having a sub-optimal entry system for people with MH histories.
I fully respect the decisions the people make about their own lives. But I strongly feel that we don't fight stigma by not confronting the organisations that perpetuate that stigma.
> I have depression, and it's made me pause.
I agree it's scary and weird. I agree there's a bunch of stuff around "when to disclose an illness" during employment.
Hope you're doing good though!!