CHALLENGES OF A MENTAL DISABILITY CLAIM

Our firm frequently handles Social Security disability claims for individuals with a mental or emotional impairment.  I think there are 2 challenges to winning these type of claims for our clients.

 First, we should direct the claimant to good medical treatment.  Too often people will ignore psychological problems - sometimes because they are self-conscious, or perhaps because they think they can't afford treatment.  The lack of medical treatment not only hurts the ability to win a Social Security disability claim, it also results in the patient not getting better.  Our office will gladly provide you with non-profit clinics or mental health providers that may help at a fee you can afford to pay.

 The second challenge is, we have to show the results of the impairment in vocational terms.  How does this condition prevent the individual from working?  What mental functions are impaired?  Is it concentration, mood, memory, the ability to follow instructions, or the inability to get along with co-workers or supervisors?  Is the claimant sedated as a side effect of medications?  Is her judgment poor enough to prevent functioning on the job? How severe are these limitations?  How were they measured? 

 Often family members or friends can be a source of support for a disability claim.  We frequently ask a spouse or other family member to write a descriptive statement in which they explain their observations about the claimant's struggles in day to day living. These statements can form a powerful testimony about disability.

 Other important factors must also be figured into the equation:  age, level of education, and type of work performed in the past?  Are there enough work credits to be insured for a disability claim or will we be limited to SSI only? 

 If you or a loved one is struggling with a psychological impairment, we would welcome the opportunity to evaluate his or her options.  There is no charge or obligation for talking to us.  We will not charge a fee unless we accept the case, win it, and also recover back payments.  And our staff will treat you with respect and dignity as we seek the best way to help you.

 The Forsythe Firm
Social Security Disability Specialists
7027 Old Madison Pike
Huntsville, AL 35806
PH:  (256) 799-0297
TOLL FREE  1-855-854-CASH (2274)       Visit us on the Internet HERE

 We serve clients all over northern Alabama and middle Tennessee.

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