Being Reviewed and Freaking Out! What do they ask?

I am totally freaking out because of my review coming up. This time they actually want to see me and have a doctor look me over. I was just hospitalized last year, and I am still absolutely screwed up as far as my sleeping patterns go, so I am so scared if they kick me off I won't be able to hold a job. I am in a ton of debt so if they cut me off I am totally screwed.

Totally freaking out here!

Were you reviewed recently? What did they ask?

I was reviewed last year although just by paperwork. But I've read that over 90% of reviews are approved (95% I think) and you just have to be honest and frame everything in terms of what you cannot do/how extremely difficult it is to do versus what you can do. If something is hard tell it like it is hard; don't just say you can do it. Say you need help, extra time, time to rest during/after, preparation for several days, whatever. We are so trained to sound positive and polite but this is one time to go the other way. (not negative, truthful).

This is my fear

I'm being reviewed and it's just my financials. I was scared I'd have to go through my daily struggles but I didn't. I still have to send my stuff in but I'm sure I'll be okay.

Thanks for all the replies! I actually don't mind paperwork I had done it before 5 years ago. My biggest problem this time around is that they actually want to see me and interview me. That's the scary part.

But I am going to do what BeyondtheRainbow suggested and just go in there and be honest and truthful. I can't even sleep right and I am anxious all the time, imagine if I had to work? I would totally get hospitalized again, because I am barely making it as is.

Anyone been interviewed by disability lately? Anything would held.

I'm being trained to negative , my fear is they have out smarted themselves and don't know how to break this the easy way. I'm being reviewed via a status exam soon hopefully it is to go to perm or 3 year review for more financial stability. I'm going to push both angles because some folks will live in this world with all conditions despite the hate without a make no sense pdoc appointment.

I too got a form today to be reviewed I filled it out honestly ...I will admit I am worried I will be denied after being in ssd since 2003 when I was hospitalized for anxiety n depression again ...yet that time I had a severe attack and passed out in front of nurses station and awoke in another hospitals emergency room where they said I fell straight back hit my head so hard which caused a seizure ...I was always able to work tho after that Drs said I had to go on disability ...I was approved first time within 6 months and since been in recovery for bipolar...I relapsed in 2013 and overdosed again and I wrote it all on forms last page....I am worried and last time I've been this scared was wen I was 10/11 years old when an older alcoholic brother abused me and would try to kill me. I would hide a lot which is what I feel like doing now. I just hope they approve it again after the review or I will have no place to live will not be able to get meds and even food. I have been doing so good since 2013 ...I know I need to try not to let it get to me. I'm having racing thoughts and well I think I said a lot here. I needed to get this out I also wrote several close PC friends PC has been a blessing since I joined and I'm thankful for all your support. The best I can say for You n me also is we need to try and not let it get to us that no matter what the outcome there is always Hope ( I'm writing that telling myself also. Thanks for letting me get all this out.

I'm under review, too, and I'm nervous. It's just been paperwork so far. Good luck on your interview/exam. I think Rainbow has solid advice.

I had an in person review recently too and it was so stressful. I don't remember what they asked...they had me draw some stuff and asked questions but I don't remember what. Nothing too triggering that I can recall. My issues are mostly physical (not sure how much my mental stuff contributes to my physical though) and the doctor seemed understanding. Write a list of your limitations and bring it in. Don't just list symptoms, also detail why and how the symptom effect you.

It's so stressful and I'm so sorry. Hopefully it will be over soon.....I don't think it took too long from the time of my appointment, to the time I was notified I was approved. The doctor I saw seemed so caring and intelligent that I wished we had met under different circumstances and she could be my therapist. She was the first person to ask me if I'd ever been in a bad car wreck which could explain my pain.....she let me know that the pain wasn't all in my head. I hope you get a doctor who helps you feel more at ease during this difficult time. (((Hugs)))

I'm so sorry you're going through this. As it happens, so am I! I have been on disability since 2005 (I was accepted on my 2nd try, without a lawyer). But I recently heard from Disability that they are doing a full review of my case. I am also freaking out!

Social Security called and said that I may have to see an independent pdoc for an assessment. I'm sooooo nervous about this possibility!

Wishing you the best.....

My disorders: Severe Social Phobia, Panic Disorder, Gad, OCD, and Depression.

Meds: Paxil, Klonopin, Buspar, Saphris, & Trazodone for sleep.

Most reviews are successful. it's very helpful if you can keep in regular treatment with your own doctor and to see a doctor who supports your disability and believes you are disabled.

I was reviewed in December 2016. I received the short form. Filled it out and received a continuation of benefits letter in February 2017. Letter also stated that a full review wasn't needed at that time.

I initially was nervous but decided not to obsess it over because I've always continued receiving treatment with psychiatrist and psychologist. I felt like the records would confirm my need for continuation of benefits.

I wish you wellness and hope the best for you during this stressful time.

Lindahurt