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Social Security and Mental Problems

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I get a lot of questions about whether you can get Social Security Disability benefits for suffering from Mental Illness.

It is a good question.

People with depression, anxiety, bipolar, to name a few, can be found disabled.

If you suffer from these conditions you need to see a counselor and psychiatrist. This will show the seriousness of your illness, and document what  a professional considers to be your limitations.

Some people have problems getting treatment, but it is well worth it. Without proper medical services you will most likely lose your Social Security Disability case. You may need to turn for help from friends or relatives to get treatment, however in the long run this may make the difference between winning and losing.

What Social Security looks for how your depression, anxiety or bipolar symptoms affect your activities of daily living.

For example, are you able to concentrate, follow directions, get along with others, carry out simple tasks? These are the basics for working a full time job.

Questions about depression, anxiety, bipolar or other mental conditions? Feel free to call Illinois Attorney Dirk May at 309-827-4371.

Your Doctor and Social Security Disability

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Your Doctor can certainly help your Social Security Disability case.

You should let your doctor know that you are trying to get Social Security Disability. Explain how you are limited in your daily activities.

At some point you will want your Doctor to write a letter for your Social Security case.

I have seen some letters that are not very helpful. They say things like “Mr. Black has a bad back. He is disabled.” This does not help because it is up to the Judge to decide if you are disabled.

The most helpful letters detail why and how your condition limits you. They leave the ultimate call regarding the disability to the Social Security Judge.

The Administrative Law Judge can read between the lines and see how your limitations will make it difficult for you to work a full time job.

Questions about how your Doctor can help your Social Security Disability case? Feel free to call Illinois Lawyer Dirk May at 309-827-4371.

Can Someone Else Get Your Social Security Disability?

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A long illness takes a toll on you, your family and your finances.

Once you win your Social Security Disability case can some creditor grab your back benefits from the Social Security Disability case?

In Illinois, creditors are not supposed to be able to get Social Security Disability money to satisfy your bills.

For example, bills for medical expenses, medications, or living expenses should not be subject to judgment or collection efforts. This does not mean people cannot sue you. However, they cannot use your Social Security Disability money to pay off your debt unless you agree to it.

Questions about Social Security Disability and how to get it? Feel free to call Illinois Attorney Dirk May at 309-827-4371.

Social Security Disability and Unemployment

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It usually takes a long time to get Social Security Disability.

This means that you have to survive while waiting for a decision.

Many people file for unemployment after they can no longer work.

Some Social Security Judges will use this against you.

The Judge will ask you if you were able to work since you tell the Department of Employment Security that you are seeking work when they pay you.

In response you may be able to tell the Social Security Judge that you thought you could work part time, or that you were struggling with your pain but were willing to try to work.

The key is to explain how you were feeling at the time.

Questions about your Social Security Disability case and the best way to prepare your case? Feel free to call Illinois Social Security Lawyer Dirk May at 309-827-4371.

File for Your Social Security Disability Now

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You should file for your Social Security Disability as soon as possible.

There is nothing to  be gained if you wait.

In fact, you may lose benefits the longer you wait to file for your Social Security Disability.

The reason is that you can only be paid back benefits for 12 months before your application is filed.

You also want to want to have your Social Security hearing as soon as possible. It can take up to 2 years to get the hearing so it is best to file and get things going.

Remember there are no filing fees or costs.

Questions about filing for Social Security Disability? Feel free to call Illinois Social Security Lawyer Dirk May at 309-827-4371.