it is possible to receive social security disability (ssdi) or supplemental security benefits (ssi) based upon your medical and emotional conditions. do not listen to those well-meaning people who may say that your diagnoses will not qualify you for disability. you do not have to have a terminal disease to become eligible for disability. the waiting process for approval can range from 6 months to several years so you must be ready to live without a regular pay check for some time. you must also be incapable of doing any gainful work. if you feel that you cannot continue to work it is recommended to start the application process immediately. if approved your original application date will be used to establish the approval date and possible retroactive benefits. you may also think about contacting an attorney specializing in helping folks to obtain disability benefits. the application process can be cumbersome and becomes a living legal document which will be used to assess your eligibility. attempting to correct mistakes or supply missing documentation later is not recommended. treat the application responsibility and do it right the first time. if it seems like too much work then it is best to forget applying. the application should be initiated as correctly and completely as possible the first time. you should begin to start a daily diary detailing your activities of daily living and your medical and emotional symptoms experienced. you should also gather all of your medical records from each medical professional that has provided you with medical care. attempt to secure the backing of your primary care doctor as well as other medical specialists to support your disability claim. they may be able to provide you with a letter attesting to your being completely disabled. also seek a letter from your employer stating their observance of you being unable to complete your job responsibilities due to your disabilities. letters from other people testifying that they are aware of your physical and emotional decline may also be useful. the majority of people are denied at the first step of the approval process. but with a legitimate disability being adequately documented and by following the above guidelines eventual disability approval is possible with your clinical conditions.
can i go on disability if i have been diagnosed with major depression fibromyalgia thalassemia ibs chronic fatigue? . i have already ben out on a 3 month leave of abscence because of my depression and anxiety. i feel it getting worse even with all the meds i am on. i do see both a psychiatrist and therapist. i just feel since i have been back to work now for the past two months things are getting worse.