Psychological Impairments And SSD

Taxing work conditions and stressful, unhealthy lifestyle of the present-day world can trigger different mental health-related diseases and disorders like depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, panic disorder, addiction to intoxicants, and social or psychological disorders. Though these conditions may be common in our society, if it disables you from working, you may be entitled to receive Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits…

Advances in medicine, particularly regarding the diagnosis and treatment of mental illness, have come a long way. Despite these advances, almost 83% of people diagnosed with bipolar disorder have serious impairment with 17% of people experiencing moderate impairment according to the National Institute of Mental Health. If a bipolar disorder disability prevents you from working, you may be entitled to…

As anyone who struggles with migraines probably knows all too well, they are often much more than a “headache”.  A typical headache may be a nuisance, but a migraine can be a seriously debilitating condition, depending upon its severity. In some cases, migraines may be so disabling that they prevent an individual from being unable to hold a steady job…

Do you struggle with bipolar disorder? If so, you likely know all too well that it is a condition that can significantly impact your ability to enjoy life, as well as your ability to work and earn an income to provide for yourself and your family. As a result, you may be considering the possibility of filing a claim for…

Disability benefits are available from Social Security for both physical and mental impairments. Unfortunately, many people suffer terribly from mental illness and have either never been accurately diagnosed or have never sought treatment from a qualified mental healthcare provider. This blog post will tell you what to make clear to your healthcare provider so they can document your experiences, document…

Depression affects the lives of more than 17 million adults each year. Depending on its severity, depression could prevent you from performing work activities. Therefore, it is one of the leading reasons for a claim for depression disability benefits through the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSD) programs. If your claim for depression disability benefits was…

The Social Security Administration (SSA) recognizes that a medically documented case of mental impairment, such as low IQ, can be a disability qualifying for benefits. While many people with a low IQ disability can sometimes work full time positions and maintain gainful employment, there are still those that have difficulty holding a job due to the condition. Qualifying for Disability…