Will a person get more SSD benefits if her illness worsens?

  There is nothing more important to many Oklahoma residents than their personal health and well-being. Accordingly, when individuals are suffering from a disability or illness, it is vital that they be able to take the time and effort necessary to focus on their health and well-being. A major part of this may be…

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Blood test may unlock the mystery for depression sufferers

For the 18 million adults in the U.S. that suffer from depression, the road to finding solutions can be a long and arduous one. Before being formally diagnosed, one may have to deal with years of unsettling highs and lows, doubts and criticisms about why you just can’t find your way. Even more frustrating…

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Should I tell my employer about my mental disability?

In a prior post, we highlighted the way that Social Security disability benefits can help people suffering from mental disabilities. Essentially, people suffering from post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression and schizophrenia, for example, can petition for benefits so that they can help make ends meet. It is estimated that mental illness is a…

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New studies may unlock causes of schizophrenia

Gains in genetic research may not only unlock medical mysteries, they may lead to relief for countless people suffering from mental health conditions. One example of such gains can be seen in research to determine the origins and causes of schizophrenia. While so many people are estimated to suffer from the condition (about 24…

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