Deliberate concealment often leads to internal judgement that decreases self-esteem. 

Impacts of deliberate concealment on self esteem

Delibereate concealment refers to ndividuals do not disclose their disability to avoid negative stigmas and discrimination

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People with invisible disabilities often feel that there is a challenge to prove they have a disability. It is suggested that individuals need to defend their diagnoses and prove that it exists. 

Invisible disabilities and Employment Stigma

People with cognitive or emotional disabilities are rated less desirable among job applicants than job applicants viewed as physically disabled. Employers often perceive people with mental health disorders as violent, unpredictable, and unable to work. These stigmas are often used as justification for not hiring people with various mental health diagnoses. 

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