More Articles by Diana Chaikin

You don't need to be disabled forever to get Social Security.

Social Security makes emergency payments to disability applicants only under some very specific circumstances.

Your alleged onset date on your Social Security application helps determine if—and when—you'll qualify for benefits.

The SSA may see social or moderate drinking as contributing to all sorts of illnesses, especially mental illness.

If you have frequent, unpredictable, and severe panic attacks despite being on medication, you might qualify for disability benefits.

Individuals suffering from schizoaffective disorder have a good chance of getting Social Security disability benefits.

How do you apply for disability benefits? Where should your start your claim? Find out here.

If you applied for disability benefits more than once, you might get back pay from an earlier application.

If stress is making symptoms of your mental health disorder worse, you might qualify for medical leave or disability benefits.

Adults who are disabled may be eligible to receive Social Security disability benefits based on their parents' earnings.

Diana Chaikin