Are you able to explain a little more about what is going on for you - what is the situation in question?
Your psych for one should know that not all self harm is a suicide attempt, it is a cyclical coping mechanism that can become addictive in its use, not every form or attempt at self harm is a suicide attempt though and a proper medical professional should know this and be able to testify to that effect in court.
You have a right to privacy regardless of your mental health status. The only reason they may need to bring up your medical records, would be to discuss your bi-polar diagnosis so that they know what your ability to cope is. The fact is, many people with bi-polar which is under a reasonable level of controll are able to work without issue. However, there is a place in employment law that requires employers to make a reasonable adjustment for people who have disabilities. This is inclusive of some mental health issues, including depression and bi-polar disorder. This may be why you are being classed as 'special needs'. Although I agree that can be a horrible term to use, it is a means to ensure you are given adjustments in your working hours, conditions or contract that would enable you to work with just as much ability as anyone else. The idea of this is to be enabling, not to prevent you working.
Sorry for rambling at you - Hope it was of some help.
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