{"id":2547,"date":"2019-05-30T12:24:25","date_gmt":"2019-05-30T08:24:25","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/gccexchange.com\/blog\/?p=2547"},"modified":"2019-05-30T12:33:12","modified_gmt":"2019-05-30T08:33:12","slug":"is-depression-considered-a-medical-disability","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gccexchange.com\/blog\/is-depression-considered-a-medical-disability\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Depression Considered a Medical Disability?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"624\" height=\"351\" data-attachment-id=\"2548\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/gccexchange.com\/blog\/is-depression-considered-a-medical-disability\/depression-considered-medical-disability\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gccexchange.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/depression-considered-medical-disability.jpg?fit=624%2C351&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"624,351\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-title=\"Is Depression Considered a Medical Disability?\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gccexchange.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/depression-considered-medical-disability.jpg?fit=624%2C351&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gccexchange.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/depression-considered-medical-disability.jpg?resize=624%2C351\" alt=\"Is Depression Considered a Medical Disability?\" class=\"wp-image-2548\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gccexchange.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/depression-considered-medical-disability.jpg?w=624&amp;ssl=1 624w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gccexchange.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/depression-considered-medical-disability.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 624px) 100vw, 624px\" \/><figcaption>Credits: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.pixabay.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"PixaBay.com (opens in a new tab)\">PixaBay.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether you had a bad day or just feel blue, it\u2019s normal to feel\ndown every now and again. However, when those periods of feeling blue seem to\ndrag on endlessly and then recur as soon as they dissipate, you could be\nsuffering from depression. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Chronic depression can interfere with every aspect of someone\u2019s life, making it almost, if not, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.huffpost.com\/entry\/when-youre-not-working-because-of-depression-and-anxiety_n_59e76ad4e4b0432b8c11ebba\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">impossible to go to work<\/a> or perform activities of daily living. If you suffer from severe depression, there are times when even antidepressant medication doesn\u2019t seem effective as it should. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At this point, how do you know if your depression is actually a\nmedical disability? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Types of Depression<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The diagnosis of depression is not a one-size-fit-all diagnosis.\nThere are multiple degrees of depression as well as types. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Manic Depression<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Manic depression, also known as bipolar, is characterized by periods of depression and mania. During <a href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellmind.com\/how-to-recognize-a-manic-or-hypomanic-episode-380316\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">manic episodes<\/a>, those afflicted may have inflated levels of self-esteem, need less sleep and have racing thoughts. Mania is often followed by periods of depression, which can range from feeling sad to suicidal ideation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Major Depressive Disorder<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A major depressive disorder is diagnosed when someone suffers\nfrom feelings of worthlessness and guilt. Changes in appetite, as well as sleep\npatterns, are usually present as well. To be diagnosed with MDD, one must\nexhibit symptoms every day for at least two weeks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Dysthymia<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dysthymia is a type of depression that has symptoms similar to\nthose found in someone with Major Depressive Disorder. However, the severity of\nsymptoms is usually less severe and typically occurs over several-year periods.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Criteria for Medical Disability<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In order for a person to be qualified under the SSA\u2019s listing\nfor depression, it must be characterized by at least these four factors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>These factors include:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>A decrease in energy<\/li><li>A difficulty in doing regular, daily activities<\/li><li>Thoughts of suicide<\/li><li>Persistent feelings of guilt or worthlessness<\/li><li>Hallucinations <\/li><li>Being in a constant state of paranoia<\/li><li>Difficulty sleeping<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Furthermore, the SSA\nalso requires a person\u2019s depression cause two of the following issues:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>A restriction of daily activities<\/li><li>Issues maintaining focus and concentration<\/li><li>Recurring symptoms that worsen over time<\/li><li>Issues with maintaining social functioning<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As an alternative, people are able to qualify without fitting\nthe criteria listed above. However, this is only happening if the recovery goes\nsmoothly with support, but the recovery is weak and they\u2019re likely to fall back\ninto it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Qualifications for Reduced Functional Capacity<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Should someone be unable to qualify for the requirements above,\nthe SSA will take the symptoms into consideration. After considering the\nseverity of the symptoms, they will judge your ability to do daily activities\nand if there\u2019s any kind of work for you to do. The SSA will give the person a\nrating on the type of work they may be eligible to complete. It can be either\nskilled work, semi-skilled work or unskilled work. This is known as a residual\nfunctional capacity, also referred to as an RFC. Since depression is a mental\ndisorder, this will be treated as a mental RFC instead of a physical one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Required Documentation<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The physician treating you will need to submit a comprehensive\npsychiatric evaluation as well as a well-documented psychiatric record, which\nshows your history or depression. Your psychiatric record also needs to include\nall attempted treatments, the duration of each and the final outcome. In\naddition, it also needs to include the types of medication, if any, types of alternatives\ntherapies and the side effects you experienced, if applicable. Your physician\nalso needs to clearly define how depression has affected your daily life and\nhow it\u2019s prevented you from maintaining employment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.preszlerlaw.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Attorney Jeff Preszler from Preszler Law <\/a>says that the Canadian Mental Health Association considers depression to be a medical disability, provided it&#8217;s sufficient to prevent the sufferer from carrying out job duties, and obtaining medical disability for depression is a multi-factorial process. As mentioned previously, to be awarded medical disability for depression, you must meet the set criteria, have required documentation and under the care of a certified physician, psychologist or psychiatrist. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What to do if you are denied<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you file your claim on your own and are denied, it&#8217;s highly\nsuggested that you seek the assistance of an attorney who specializes in this\nsector. Without proper guidance, it&#8217;s easy for those who are truly suffering to\nfall through the cracks. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Whether you had a bad day or just feel blue, it\u2019s normal to feel down every now and again. 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