A 24-year-old man with schizoaffective disorder is considering disclosing his mental illness to his employer, so that he may be allowed to take time off for medication management appointments. Which of the following is a potential risk of disclosure?

Choice A reason: Requesting reasonable accommodations is actually a potential benefit of disclosure, as it allows the individual to access legal protections under disability laws such as the Americans with Disabilities Act. Choice B reason: Disclosure may lead to positive social support from coworkers, which is another potential benefit rather than a risk. Choice C reason: Identifying oneself as “disabled” can influence self-perception and internalized stigma, potentially affecting confidence, self-image, and personal beliefs. This represents a psychological risk associated with disclosure. Choice D reason: Being honest about one’s mental illness can aid in recovery and improve self-advocacy, which is a benefit rather than a risk of disclosure.