I've been diagnosed with a serious, progressive illness that will eventually make me dependent on others, but my family is already overburdened; do I tell them immediately or try to manage alone for as long as possible?

Ed Wheeler

Ed Wheeler

Inform family immediately19 votes (29%)
Keep it secret longer18 votes (28%)
Seek professional help11 votes (17%)
Plan for future care17 votes (26%)

65 votes total • Created 2/4/2026

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I've been diagnosed with a serious, progressive illness that will eventually make me dependent on others, but my family is already overburdened; do I tell them immediately or try to manage alone for as long as possible? | asQkme