People often think of disabilities as something that are quite uncommon. They certainly know that there are numerous people spending every day with disabilities, but they don’t consider it something that may happen to them at some point or that could impact someone...
Year: 2022
I’ve had an amputation. Do I qualify for disability benefits?
Going through a health situation that requires the removal of any body part can be a traumatic and life-altering experience. Whether it has been triggered by an infection, a lifestyle condition like diabetes or an accident, an amputation comes with many adjustments to...
Is PTSD a disability?
People often think of disabilities in two main categories: physical and cognitive. For instance, someone who has a spinal cord injury may no longer be able to walk, which is a physical disability. Someone who has a head injury may experience personality changes, brain...
Why is a properly filed initial SSD application so crucial?
Sometimes people send off their application for Social Security Disability (SSD) without due care. Perhaps they believe a mistake won’t matter, as the Social Security Administration (SSA) will soon let them know if they have done something wrong. They will let you...
What are SSD trial work periods?
If you pick up a disabling injury, you may be entitled to claim Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits. Yet, if you improve enough to be able to work, you will lose your entitlement to them. Hence, if you do begin to recover, you may reach a point where you face a...
Should you wait until after the holidays to file for SSD?
You had an accident that’s left you with permanent injuries or you’ve developed a chronic illness. Either way, you don’t expect to ever return to work. Right now, you’re running out your time on your accumulated sick leave and vacation time, so you haven’t filed for...
Post-traumatic stress disorder and disability benefits
People who have been through traumatic events in life may develop post-traumatic stress disorder. This condition is often associated with people who have been in bad accidents, been in the military, or have suffered abuse. PTSD isn’t always a life-long condition....
How does drug addiction or alcoholism affect SSDI?
Drug abuse and alcoholism are common in this country. Both conditions can make it difficult for a person to earn a living. Addiction is considered a mental health condition by many medical professionals, but it isn’t something that qualifies for Social Security...
Will a brain injury lead to disability?
There are many people who suffer brain injuries that completely heal. For instance, if you’ve ever seen a professional athlete get a concussion, this is a type of brain injury. In most cases, complete healing is possible, even though the individual may have mobility...
What if you can’t afford to wait for SSD?
If you have an illness that prevents you from working, you may be entitled to claim Social Security Disability (SSD). As with most applications for benefits, the process is complex and can take considerable time. That can be distressing if you do not have sufficient...