Does mental illness qualify someone to receive SSD?
Updated June 21, 2024
Mental illness qualifies a person to receive Social Security Disability benefits just as a physical disability does. What you have to show is that your mental illness is so severe that it keeps you from working for at least 12 months.
The Crucial Link: Continuing Medical Treatment After Approval for Disability Benefits
Receiving approval for disability benefits is a significant milestone for individuals facing health challenges
When you become unable to work due to an illness, injury, or other impairment, you may qualify for benefits from the Social Security Administration. While there are many similarities between the
When to Seek a Specialist for Medical Treatment: SSD and Personal Injury
Whether you are going through the Social Security Disability process or pursuing a personal injury claim, medical treatment is
You can use the Social Security Administration’s free online services to request a new Social Security card if you’re only replacing the card and making no other changes.
Requesting a
Social Security Disability lawyers in Pennsylvania get paid on a contingency fee basis. This means they get paid only if clients recover the benefits or payout they deserve. Berger and Green's Social
No, you do not need an attorney for a Social Security disability appeal. You can file and go through the process alone without outside help. We do not recommend that you do this. There are multiple
To get Supplemental Security Income (SSI), you will have to gather all the proof necessary to show you qualify, and then apply either by phone or in person. If you are certain you meet the strict
Before the Social Security Administration’s (SSA) disability examiners determine if your health impairments are severe enough to prevent you from working, they ensure you qualify based on a list