Bethany K. Laurence

Attorney · UC Law San Francisco

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Can You Get Social Security Disability for OCD?
If obsessive compulsive disorder disrupts your ability to work, you may be able to get disability benefits from Social Security.
How to Change Your Address With Social Security
In general, moving should not affect your Social Security disability claim. There are some exceptions, though.
If I'm Approved for SSI, Will I Be Able to Get Food Stamps?
Food stamps are available through a separate program called SNAP.
Can You Get Disability Benefits for Cardiomyopathy?
Several types of cardiomyopathy can be eligible for Social Security disability benefits.
How to Appeal a Denial of a Request for Waiver of an Overpayment
If Social Security denies your request to waive an overpayment, then your next step depends on whether you are receiving SSI or SSDI.
Do You Get Medicare or Medicaid With Disability Benefits?
If you're approved for disability benefits, you'll also get Medicare or Medicaid, depending on whether you receive SSDI or SSI benefits.
Will My Student Loans Be Forgiven if I'm Approved for Disability Benefits?
If I'm approved, can I get my student loans forgiven?
Social Security vs Railroad Retirement, Disability, and Survivor Benefits
The railroad retirement program offers different and somewhat expanded benefits from Social Security.
Short-Term Disability Insurance Overview
Learn how long the waiting period for short-term disability is and when you should be approved for short-term disability insurance benefits.
Can You Get Disability Benefits for Asthma?
Those who suffer from frequent and severe asthma attacks that can't be controlled with medication may get Social Security disability benefits.