r/DSPD • u/Specific-Iron-4242 • 3d ago
Job accomodations
I am so happy I found this thread! Life long DSPDer here who has never been able to hold down a “real” job. I’m back on the job hunt again. I’ve been working as an independent contractor (designer) for years but really want to start managing my daily schedule. After getting an actual diagnosis, I had a doctor tell me that this is a disability. So with that, can I actually start applying for real jobs and request they accommodate my sleep schedule? We all know we’re not showing up at an office at 8am. Curious how to navigate this, I’ve never admitted to having a disability on a job application even though I am diagnosed with AuDHD and DSPD.
Do I get a doctors note? How does this work exactly?
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u/insufficient_nvram 2d ago
I’m AuDHD too. I also freelance design. Your best bet is keep your mouth shut about everything and WFH not in your time zone. I’m EDT but mainly work PDT hours.
I say keep your mouth shut because no one is rushing to hire the disabled right now with DEI gone there is no more tax incentives.
These are dark times, friend.