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Alleged Onset Date (AOD) for Social Security Disability
Your alleged onset date on your Social Security application helps determine if—and when—you'll qualify for benefits.
Can Social Security Find Out About Drug Use When You Apply for Disability?
The SSA may see social or moderate drinking as contributing to all sorts of illnesses, especially mental illness.
Can I Get Disability for Schizoaffective Disorder?
Individuals suffering from schizoaffective disorder have a good chance of getting Social Security disability benefits.
Applying for SSDI or SSI in 2026: Step-by-Step Guide
How do you apply for disability benefits? Where should your start your claim? Find out here.
Can I Get Disability Backpay From the Date of My Prior Social Security Application?
If you applied for disability benefits more than once, you might get back pay from an earlier application.
Can I File for Disability for Stress?
If stress is making symptoms of your mental health disorder worse, you might qualify for medical leave or disability benefits.
Disabled Adult Child Benefits
Adults who are disabled may be eligible to receive Social Security disability benefits based on their parents' earnings.
Social Security Disability Benefits for American Indians and Alaska Natives
A few special rules apply to Social Security and Medicaid for Alaska Natives and Native American Indians.
Medical Definition of Disability for Social Security Benefits
An overview of Social Security's disability definition and the criteria you need to meet to get benefits.
How Do Disability Ratings Work for Veterans Benefits?
Veterans of the United States Armed Forces with disabilities connected to, or aggravated by, active service may be eligible for veterans disability benefits.