Introduction & Overview
Introduction & Overview
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The Social Security Blue Book - Listing of Impairments
The Blue Book covers both physical and mental impairments, and it discusses many serious diseases that can be disabling.
Impairments
Impairments
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Disability Determination for Alcoholism
You can no longer win Social Security disability by claiming alcoholism as an impairment, but many alcoholics suffer from other disabling conditions that may qualify.
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Disability Determination for Anxiety Disorders
Read up on how Social Security evaluates disability claims based on generalized persistent anxiety, phobias, panic attacks, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
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Disability Determination for Back Problems
You may be able to get disability for back pain if you have trouble standing, walking, or sitting for long periods.
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Can You Get Disability After Back Surgery?
Corrective surgery for degenerative disks, stenosis, or other back problems may leave someone unable to work - "disabled" according to Social Security - and eligible to receive monthly disability benefits.
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Can You Get Disability for Bipolar Disorder?
Here are some tips on how to get Social Security disability benefits for bipolar disorder.
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Disability Determination for Celiac Disease
If your condition is severe enough, or combined with impairments caused by other illnesses, you may get Social Security Disability benefits for celiac disease.
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Getting Social Security Disability for Chronic Migraine Headaches
It's quite difficult to get Social Security Disability benefits for chronic migraines, considered by some to be a neurological disorder.
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Disability Determination for Depression
Social Security has a list of criteria you must fulfill to qualify for disability benefits for depression.
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Disability Determination for Diabetes
It's difficult to qualify for Social Security disability benefits for diabetes unless you have other complications.
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Can You Get Disability for Drug Addiction?
If drug abuse has caused serious physical damage, you may be able to get disability benefits from Social Security.
More Impairments
More Impairments
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Disability Determination for Hearing Loss or Deafness
Deaf applicants, or those with profound hearing loss, should be able to qualify for disability benefits—either by meeting the SSA's listing, or through a medical-vocational allowance. Here is how it works.
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Can I Get Disability for Heart Problems or Cardiovascular Disease?
Social Security looks at various tests to determine the severity of your heart condition and whether your doctor has restricted your activities.
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Disability Determination for Lung Disease
You can get disability benefits for respiratory disorders if they severely affect your ability to work.
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Disability Determination for Obesity
You may get disability benefits for obesity if it equals another impairment listing outlined by Social Security.