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Heart problems are one of the biggest threats to the health of people in the US. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), someone has a heart attack every 40 seconds in the US and someone dies from a heart-related condition every 33 seconds....
When determining a person's disability status, the Social Security Administration (SSA) takes three important factors into account: age, education and work experience. These elements inform their decisions when assessing the person's ability to perform similar or less...
Social Security benefits can provide tremendous relief if you experience a disabling injury or illness. These payments can serve as a lifeline during a time when most people do not know how they will get the care they need and still make ends meet. Thus, the fear of...
More than half of all Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits claims are rejected during the initial application stage. These rejections include applications for those who rightfully qualify for disability claims. To minimize the risk of rejection, consider the...
When was the last time you saw a job posting for a nut sorter, addresser or bran mixer? Probably not recently, as jobs like these are now either obsolete or performed by machines. Unfortunately, these are the types of occupations that the Social Security...
Most people who apply to receive Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits from the government are rejected on their first try. It can be an extremely frustrating process for people who find themselves dealing with an injury. On top of that, there is government...
When you cannot work because of an illness or injury, it can be devastating for your family and your finances. Depending on the prognosis, you may feel like you are staring down a dark tunnel as your medical bills start to add up. Social Security benefits can seem...
An injury or illness that prevents you from working can be enormously disruptive. You may be buried in paperwork, unsure of who to talk to and scared about taking care of yourself and your family. In this chaotic environment, getting organized and collecting benefits...
The short answer to the question in the headline is: Yes. A person can be eligible for Social Security Disability Insurance benefits if they have a mental health disorder. However, there is more to know if you are considering your options for pursuing these benefits....
We may be emerging from the latest wave of COVID infections, but the novel coronavirus continues to affect people who wind up sick and in the hospital. There are also people who are still suffering from long COVID symptoms. If you or your loved one continues to...