Depression

Depression and Social Security Disability

Depression is a very real illness that requires treatment and can interfere with your ability to work and with your daily life. If you suffer from severe, chronic depression that prevents you from working, you may qualify for Social Security disability benefits. Contact our Help Center for a free claim evaluation. Our Social Security disability attorneys and staff have the extensive experience necessary to accurately evaluate claims for depression.

Are you seeking representation to receive the Social security benefits you deserve? If so, please contact our Social security lawyers regarding your social security benefits claim today!

How we prove depression qualifies as a Social Security disability

Mental illness is more difficult to demonstrate than a medical condition that can be seen on an x-ray or in the results of a blood test. It is important to see your doctor regularly so an accurate and complete record of your illness is available. If you cannot afford health care, medical assistance is available throughout the United States.

Our lawyers and staff will then help you prepare a claim or appeal that demonstrates to the Social Security Administration that your depressive disorder is severe enough to prevent you from doing the work you did previously or any other substantial work under the SSA's five step process of determining eligibility for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits.

Symptoms of major depression

A few symptoms of major depression are listed below. If you feel you have a depressive disorder you should get medical treatment as soon as possible:

• constant feelings of sadness, irritability, or tension
• decreased interest in usual activities
• loss of energy or chronic exhaustion
• weight loss or gain, loss of appetite
• inability to concentrate
• hopelessness, guilt, or feeling of worthlessness
• suicidal thoughts

We respect you and the difficulties you face

As Social Security disability advisors we understand the overwhelming obstacles our clients face emotionally, medically, and financially. Our diability lawyers do all we can to help. Your case manager and attorney will handle the paperwork on your behalf. You may never have to visit our office to get the SSDI or SSI benefits you need to help you cope with your depression. It is our goal to see that you get the resources you need to live with dignity and are at all times treated with respect. CALL 1-800-248-1100 and begin the process of securing benefits today.

Are you seeking representation to receive the Social security benefits you deserve? If so, please contact our Social security lawyers regarding your social security benefits claim today!