Disability?

Bat_Orchid90 · May 18, 2020 at 10:59 AM

Why is it that anxiety is not labeled as a disability, yet other disorders are?.... I’m thinking about this as a job related topic. There have been many instances where I felt a job didn’t work for me or could have if it werent for the schedule or the atmosphere because of my anxiety, which is fine! But it’s like... ( imo) not a valid reason for companies to not make accommodations for people who suffer from anxiety, or makes people who don’t suffer a lot more idk... rude towards those that do suffer? I’m not thinking about this as a label pov I’m just thinking it’s difficult for many people who live with this, but you don’t really get the understanding, internal resources , etc. as if it were on the “disability “ list .

hvert · May 18, 2020 at 05:32 PM

I don't have an answer, but it's a good question.

sarahsweets · May 20, 2020 at 03:57 AM

hey @pandabear0927: your profile doesnt say which country you are from but if it is the US this might be helpful:
How to Apply for Disability Benefits with an Anxiety Disorder

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The Social Security Administration (SSA) considers anxiety disorders under Section 12.06 of the Blue Book, which covers Mental Disorders.

It can be difficult to claim Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits on the basis of an anxiety disorder diagnosis because the medical evidence supporting the diagnosis is highly subjective and is based on hard-to-document criteria, such as feelings and behavior that occurs outside the doctor’s office and is reported to the doctor by the patient.

In order to successfully apply for disability benefits due to an anxiety disorder, be sure to present a history of treatment by medical professionals, including both your physician and a qualified mental health professional, in order to show the recurrent or persistent nature of your anxiety disorder.

The SSA’s definition of disability is “any medically determinable mental or medical impairment that has prevented an individual from performing substantial work for twelve months, is expected to prevent an individual from working for twelve continuous months, or is expected to end with death.” Be sure that your medical documentation can thoroughly and specifically demonstrates to the SSA how your disability interferes with your ability to function on a daily basis.

If you apply for disability benefits under Anxiety-Related Disorders, you must meet the conditions of either Paragraphs A and B below, OR the conditions of Paragraphs A and C below.

You must have medical documentation of one of the following:
Constant generalized anxiety, with three of the following four symptoms: motor tension, vigilance and scanning, autonomic hyperactivity, or apprehensive expectation.
Constant irrational fear of a situation, object, or activity that results in a significant desire to avoid the situation, object, or activity.
Recurring severe panic attacks that are characterized by sudden unpredictable episodes of intense fear, apprehension, terror, and a sense of impending doom that happen at least once a week.
Recurrent compulsions or obsessions that cause of marked distress.
Recurring intrusive remembrances of a traumatic experience that causes marked distress.
The condition under Paragraph A above must result in at least two of the following OR Paragraph C below:
Marked problems maintaining concentration.
Marked difficulties with persistence, or pace.
Repeated periods of decompensation, each of extended duration.
Marked difficulties maintaining social functioning; or restriction of routine activities of daily life.
The conditions described in Paragraph A must result in your total inability to function independently outside your home.
If your condition does not qualify for full Social Security disability benefits, there is a chance you may still be awarded a medical vocational allowance.

Your Anxiety Disorder Disability Case
If you are disabled because of an Anxiety Disorder that prevents you from working, you may well be entitled to Social Security Disability (SSDI) benefits. Although total disability based on an Anxiety Disorder can be difficult to prove due to the subjective nature of diagnosis, working closely with medical professionals and a qualified Social Security disability attorney or advocate to collect and present the appropriate documentation to support your disability claim can help to ensure that you present the strongest possible disability case.

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Originally Posted by pandabear0927

Why is it that anxiety is not labeled as a disability, yet other disorders are?.... I’m thinking about this as a job related topic. There have been many instances where I felt a job didn’t work for me or could have if it werent for the schedule or the atmosphere because of my anxiety, which is fine! But it’s like... ( imo) not a valid reason for companies to not make accommodations for people who suffer from anxiety, or makes people who don’t suffer a lot more idk... rude towards those that do suffer? I’m not thinking about this as a label pov I’m just thinking it’s difficult for many people who live with this, but you don’t really get the understanding, internal resources , etc. as if it were on the “disability “ list .

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hvert Grand Magnate Member Since Jan 2014 Location: US Posts: 4,887 10 3,785 hugs given	May 18, 2020 at 05:32 PM #2 I don't have an answer, but it's a good question.
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