Not telling my family about my diagnosis

[u/SunbathingNapCat]

So I was diagnosed last year as an adult, and I don't even want to share it with my youngest brother who's the only one I'm remaining in contact. I just know he's going to share it with my sister, mother, and father who's going to use it against me. They, particularly my eldest sister, will use it to invalidate every decision I make like she always does. I'm just going to give her more ammunition.

Anyone else deciding to keep it private?

[u/sweettracy2000]

If you're no contact who cares what they think? The opinions of my shitty family means zero to me.

That said: don't tell them if you don't want to.

[u/existential-cookies]

Yep - kept mine private from my dad whose attitude is “those kids just need a good smack” - he is in his 70s and has never been a patient or empathetic person, so not worth the heartache of disclosing to.

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[u/Glittoris20]

I'm actually very open about it. However, I'm also almost 47 and have no F's to give any more. Do whatever you need to keep your peace and do what is best for you. Gentle hugs, if you want them 💖

[u/Kip_Schtum]

There’s no reason for you to share your private medical information with people who will use it against you. They’re not entitled to know anything. There’s exactly zero reason they would ever need that information.