From the standpoint of an attending physician

Abstract

Not all clinical psychiatrists are familiar with the concept of reasonable accommodation. In my experience as an attending physician, symptoms are sometimes classified as a “gain from illness” type. In this case, patients become more uncomfortable at work, increasing the risk that their illness will reoccur. Clinical psychiatrists should determine the fitness of patients for work and have an awareness and attitude to find a way to help patients demonstrate their ability and increase productivity.