Holly7

My therapist has recommended that I go and get an evaluation for my drinking problem but I am concerned that if this might harm my future. I am in college right now and want to become a teacher. Is there anyway future employees could find out about me going to a addiction facility for a evaluation? If I go to a facility that accepts my insurance then I know that there will be a paper trail and I really don't want that. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

artsoul

Maybe you could get a teaching application from the state and see what questions are asked. I could be wrong, but most job applications are "self-reporting" and wouldn't involve medical records (which you would have to give permission for, anyway).

The only time going to treatment affected me was after I got divorced and had to get my own insurance. I was told a private insurer would not touch me because I had been in rehab for alcohol abuse and for depression. I was surprised to learn that being treated for depression could disqualify anyone from insurance. But, I do have insurance today (through my state) and I don't regret the time I went to rehab.

I really can't imagine that it would prevent someone from hiring you, even if they knew. It shows that you're addressing the problem.....

IndaMiricale

No they would have no legal rights to your medical records.

Good luck and keep coming back.