If you have a disability that impairs your ability to work, you may be eligible for Social Security Disability Insurance benefits. These benefits provide ongoing compensation to help you support yourself and your family members. Still, the Social Security...
Month: July 2021
Schizophrenia symptoms explained
Schizophrenia is a psychotic mental disorder, meaning that it affects one's perception of reality. People with schizophrenia who meet the Social Security Administration's criteria may qualify for Social Security Disability benefits. Part of the SSA's requirements to...
How younger-onset Alzheimer’s may affect your ability to work
Alzheimer's diagnoses are common among individuals in their 80s and 90s. This debilitating condition may lead to memory loss, anxiety, confusion and even mood changes. Regrettably, older Americans are not the only ones who are at risk of developing Alzheimer's....
How the U.S. Social Security Administration defines “disability”
When you have a disability that keeps you from making a living and supporting yourself, you may look to the government for help. If you decide to apply for Social Security Disability Insurance from the U.S. Social Security Administration, the approval of your...
Is asthma considered a disability by Social Security
Problems in the lungs can impede your breathing. Asthma is one of these conditions in which a person’s airways become inflamed, narrow and swell because of extra mucus. It can be a minor inconvenience or impact your daily life to the point you cannot work or even go...
Does your mood disorder qualify you for Social Security Benefits?
For decades mental illness was not talked about, not supported and certainly not considered a disability. The Social Security Administration now recognizes mood disorders as debilitating mental illnesses that seriously affect your life and ability to work. Currently,...
