[beatlesman]

What makes a bipolar person disabled? There are of course periods of mania or depression that make it harder to work. But what about the inbetween times? Are disability doesn't affect us 24 7 365 days of week. I go through periods where my symptoms are fine, but I always know it won't last.

[ThunderGoddess]

Everyone is different. I'm not on disability but my therapist says I should be. I have no inbetween I'm either manic or depressed. Also keep in mind many people with bipolar have another mental illness as well that can also cause bipolar symptoms to be more severe.

[RisuNeko]

I'm not on SSI either but my psychiatrist wants me to be on it too. I don't have normal periods between mania and depression either. Not anymore. Not in years. I don't feel disabled, as I work and go to school right now. But it's extremely difficult to manage, and I feel like I need a backup plan if things go south.

[Crazy Hitch]

I am unsure.

So personal thought -

I guess a pdoc would have to be the one to initiate the process; as it's a very subjective opinion.

From there a pdoc can transfer to relevant assessment board in for a case to be presented.

From there the final decision would be need to be made by the relevant assessment board - either confirming eligibility to receive funding or not.

If the assessment by the relevant assessment board is declared as ineligable to receive funding - a further case can be opened in order to appeal this.

It's not an easy process.

[Hexagram]

Originally Posted by beatlesman

What makes a bipolar person disabled?

The disease can disrupt, interrupt or completely derail jobs or entire careers. That's disabling.

[Disorder7]

I was just denied SSDI and I've appealed. My psychiatrist filled out the paperwork, and he thinks I need it. He told them I experience psychosis with hallucinations and should not be in a workplace.
They sent me to a psychiatrist who also told me I should not work. He gave them several reasons why it would be difficult for me to hold a job. He told me I have some serious issues and if I didn't take care of myself, my life would go to hell fast.

Yet, they still denied me. The SSA has a lot if audacity to think they know better than the psychiatrists who evaluated me.

[gayleggg]

I'm on disability as was recommended by my doctor. The stress at work was triggering my depression. Some days now I feel just fine and wonder why I shouldn't work but the least amount of stress and it's back to not being able to cope. It's like when I'm stressed I can't function. I haven't had much of a problem with mania in the last few years just debilitating depression. I hope this helps answer your question.

[wildflowerchild25]

I went on temporary disability this fall. I was considered disabled because my depression was too severe to allow me to work at my highly stressful job. I couldn't get through the day without bursting into tears; I definitely couldn't keep it together enough to teach.

[Daisydoll29]

I've been on disability since 2009. I've never had to appeal the process so I'm not sure how that works. Perhaps you made an error in the application? Social security should tell you why you were denied. I also think you have to be disabled for one year before you can be approved.

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I just turned my first app to get denied. I believe the classification they use is "depression" for a disability.

[Disorder7]

Originally Posted by Daisydoll29

I've been on disability since 2009. I've never had to appeal the process so I'm not sure how that works. Perhaps you made an error in the application? Social security should tell you why you were denied. I also think you have to be disabled for one year before you can be approved.

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Maybe it was a mistake on my application.

I haven't worked since 2011. I thought I'd get better. But my doctor doesn't think that's very likely at this point.

[ThunderGoddess]

My therapist told me to be ready to get denied because they deny everyone in PA for mental health disability but then we get a lawyer and appeal it. I just don't have the energy to hold up on another denial yet I've struggled enough for a year and a half just getting medicaid I can't imagine the fight they'll give me for disability! Kind of sucks because I just cut another day off of work so I officially work one day a week now. I just can't handle it too many people and too many attitudes I'm about to explode.

I'm frantically awaiting my "hearing" denial. I know they will deny me. I will become a statistic in a bad way when I finally get myself a job and I freak if something doesn't go well and paranoia sinks in over fear of losing the job. Hey, I've lived my whole life like that, I just didn't know why. Am I going to react differently? My therapist says that behaviors can be reversed. Why isn't he trying to help me reverse them?

I just know that if if and when I get denied, I absolutely will not, nor ever have faith in the system here again. The worst part will be having to partake in the system again that failed me, because I don't have the means to relocate to another country. Life really sucks more and more every day.

[EJB5565]

Originally Posted by Daisydoll29

I've been on disability since 2009. I've never had to appeal the process so I'm not sure how that works. Perhaps you made an error in the application? Social security should tell you why you were denied. I also think you have to be disabled for one year before you can be approved.

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I was wondering about the re-evaluation they do for SSDI continuance? I have only been on it since mid 2014 and have my first evaluation in February 2016. I have just went through 20 rounds of ECT and currently undergoing Ketamine infusions all for deep continued depression. So what was your experience like when it was time to renew your SSDI? Thanks

[Daisydoll29]

Originally Posted by EJB5565

I was wondering about the re-evaluation they do for SSDI continuance? I have only been on it since mid 2014 and have my first evaluation in February 2016. I have just went through 20 rounds of ECT and currently undergoing Ketamine infusions all for deep continued depression. So what was your experience like when it was time to renew your SSDI? Thanks

It's a similar process. They look for you to continue your care and follow your dr's orders. As long as your doctor says you're disabled, you will keep your benefits. I've never actually seen what any doctor says about me but I imagine I could obtain that information so you should be able to as well.

[Sunnyhunny00]

I'm going to try to get disability. I worked one job which triggered mania. It was a disaster for me. I ended up having to quit. I have medical history going on and off for 6years. I'd go in during depression then leave during mania. I don't know how this will go. But I'm assuming it will all be a pain in the ***.

[irritable4life]

I love this place..once in a while I see comments from ppl going through what I do. I also do not have normal periods..I cycle through euphoric..mixed..rage..depression..an suicidal..it never stops..I have screwed up my whole life because my emotions take control..from job to job. Had a few that lasted a year..and also been disciplined for attitude..many times..and left jobs because I felt other people I worked with were out to hurt me. And in my case..there gotta b others too..medications cause more harm than good.

[raspberrytorte]

Off topic, but I know zoloft did me a lot more harm than good.

[crubba67]

I'm on SSDI. I was approved for bipolar disorder and anxiety. Both my original application and appeal were denied and I had to go to a hearing with a judge. It only took the judge 10 minuets after witnessing my behavior under stress to approve me on the spot. The judge also took into consideration my GAF score (Global Assessment of Functioning) and the side effects of my meds. The whole process took 2 years.

[intergalactictraveler]

Appeal it...but be aware that because politicians in Congress think those on SSI or SSDI or applying for it are leeches taking money away from the One Percenters, they've cut funding to hire more administrative law judges and the disability appeal backlog gets longer. The VA screws veterans with PTSD and Major Depressive Disorder and a Congress that's owned by the powerful hopes we'll all die so they can shut down Social Security. If you don't have a lawyer, get one! The maximum amount they're allowed to recover is 25%, so, for example, if you get a lump sum payment of $10,000 dollars when you win, the attorney can't get more than $2500.

Four years ago, I was damn lucky. I filed my own paperwork, it drove me to the point of screaming, jumped through all the Social Security hoops and in two months, was awarded disability. I'm so sorry for the s***t they're putting your through. Get in touch with your Representative and Senators. Be a pain in the ***. Don't let them do this to you!

Originally Posted by Disorder7

I was just denied SSDI and I've appealed. My psychiatrist filled out the paperwork, and he thinks I need it. He told them I experience psychosis with hallucinations and should not be in a workplace.
They sent me to a psychiatrist who also told me I should not work. He gave them several reasons why it would be difficult for me to hold a job. He told me I have some serious issues and if I didn't take care of myself, my life would go to hell fast.

Yet, they still denied me. The SSA has a lot if audacity to think they know better than the psychiatrists who evaluated me.