Q: I have worked in tech for the last 25 years for all sorts of companies (startups, big companies, nonprofits, etc.). The one constant is chaos. I’m really good at managing chaos but find it hard to get things done. Turns out there is a good explanation for this—about five years ago I was diagnosed with bipolar II and ADHD. I’ve come to embrace this diagnosis and the positive traits—what are my afflictions are also my superpowers. My question: Should I be transparent about my diagnosis with the people I work with?
—Katie, 50, San Francisco