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Can I Get SSD for ADHD as an Adult? ADHD isn’t specifically listed in the Social Security Blue Book, but that’s okay. There is a general listing for neurodevelopmental disorders that may be applied. And, meeting a listed condition is just one way of qualifying for...
Can I Get SSD for My Bipolar Disorder? Like most mental health issues, bipolar disorder may or may not qualify you for Social Security disability (SSD) benefits. The outcome of an SSD claim based on bipolar disorder will depend on the nature and severity of the...
Getting Disability Benefits for Schizophrenia About 1% of Americans suffer from schizophrenia. Like most mental disorders, schizophrenia varies in symptoms and severity. In other words, some people with schizophrenia will meet the Social Security Administration’s...
Securing SSD Benefits For A Spinal Cord Injury A spinal cord injury occurs when a trauma affects the spinal cord. This can happen when the vertebrae that surround the spinal cord break, shatter, or dislocate. Some common effects from a spinal cord injury can...
Can I Get Disability Benefits for HIV/AIDS? The rate of new HIV infections in the U.S. has declined dramatically in recent years. Still, more than one million Americans are currently living with HIV. Fortunately, early and consistent treatment for HIV lowers viral...
SSD Benefits for Back Pain “Back pain” covers a broad spectrum, from the morning ache and stiffness many people experience with age to injury-related pain that makes it impossible to engage in normal daily activities. According to the Health Policy Institute at...
Securing SSD Benefits for Cancer The Social Security Blue Book includes numerous types of cancers as listed conditions. Each of the different type listed has its own specific criteria. But it’s also possible to receive SSD benefits for cancers that aren’t listed, or...
What Medical Conditions Are Considered Disabling? If you suffer from a disability and live in the U.S. you may be entitled to Social Security Disability benefits. For this to happen the Social Security Administration must deem your disability severe enough that you...
SSD Family Benefits You probably know that a U.S. worker who is medically unable to work may be eligible for Social Security disability (SSD) benefits. If a worker meets the SSA’s definition of “disabled” and has accumulated sufficient work credits, they may receive a...
Better customer Service for SSD Benefit Applicants If you’ve tried to apply for Social Security disability (SSD) or other benefits through the Social Security Administration (SSA), you might have been frustrated by the process and the customer service. If you felt...
Will I Lose My SSD Benefits if I Move to a Different State? Social Security disability (SSD) is a federal program based on your work history and contributions to the program through payroll taxes. Your eligibility for SSD won’t change if you move from one U.S....
TBI VA Disability Benefits Unless there are special rules that apply, the VA will deny service connection for Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) unless the Veteran can prove a: Current diagnosis, In-service event, disease or injury, and Medical nexus between the first 2...
Highest Disability Approval Rates By State If you’re applying for or considering applying for Social Security disability (SSD) benefits, you’ve probably heard that denial rates are high. You may also know that if you appeal, you can wait a long time for a hearing....
Will a GoFundMe Campaign Affect My SSD? If you’re unable to work due to a disability, you may be struggling with medical bills and other expenses. While Social Security disability (SSD) is intended to provide income for people in just that situation, it can take...
SSA Changes in Overpayment Process Social Security disability and other Social Security benefits are often the recipient's main–or only–source of support. Both types of benefits are protected from most creditors, meaning that your Social Security disability or...
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