"[QUOTE=MdngtRain;3187766]SSA paid for my eval as part of the application process. Is that a possibility? If they are saying that the people who diagnosed you were not qualified, shouldn't they be able to provide an assessment?
Also, I second what aidan said. If anything, my work history proved I'm not faking anything... Can you gather your records from your therapists? The clinic/practice should be able to provide you the records... "

Those thoughts echo mine. The ALJ did not accept my therapists records as being relevant, as he didn't recognize their qualifications...and he said he was bothered by the lack of a psychiatric exam... So why didn't they order a Psychiatric exam? And as for my work history, I also think it reflects the difficulties that I've had over the years vs any lack of interest in working.

Well, I received the Appeals Court decision to deny my appeal today. I would have to bring a civil suit to the Federal Court, whatever that entails, I don't know.