Have you ever had one of those days where you can’t shake the feeling of dread, even though nothing specific is wrong? For many, this is a daily struggle with anxiety, and it can have a significant impact on their professional lives. But there are those struggling...
The Residual Functional Capacity (RFC) assessment plays a critical role in determining eligibility for Social Security Disability (SSD) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. This assessment evaluates what kind of work a person can perform despite their...
Living with chronic pain can be incredibly hard. After all, it can affect every aspect of your life. If you’re wondering whether you qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) due to chronic pain, the answer is yes. However, there are specific criteria...
Every year, millions of people rely on Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) to support them when they are unable to work due to a disability. However, you might be wondering, are mental conditions covered by SSDI? The short answer is yes. Here are just three...
Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when intense pain runs along the median nerve causing numbness, burning in the fingers and inability to grasp things properly that can result in dropping objects. While carpal tunnel can affect anyone, it mostly affects people who work...
If you have a mental health condition that affects your ability to work, you may qualify for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits. It is essential that you understand the process and which conditions may make you eligible. Qualifying mental conditions The Social...
No, it is not officially labeled as a medically determinable impairment (MDI). However, Disability Determination Services (DDS) can classify individual cases of Long COVID as MDIs if the symptoms are severe enough to prevent the person from accomplishing daily...
Living with a rare disease like Myasthenia Gravis (MG) presents many challenges. You might wonder if you qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). Understanding the criteria for SSDI can help clarify if you might be eligible. SSDI eligibility criteria...
A request for Social Security Disability Insurance can receive a denial due to non-medical technicalities. Appealing a denial of benefits involves several important steps. Understanding these processes might help reverse a denied benefits decision in California....
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a serious mental health condition that can develop after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event. For many, PTSD can be debilitating, affecting their ability to perform daily activities. It can also hinder their ability to...
