What is COPD? Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, abbreviated as COPD, is a progressive and chronic lung disease that causes difficulties in breathing properly. Smoking may be the main biological cause; however, there are several biological causes which contribute to its development. In individuals with COPD, there is an ongoing chronic
What is dissociative identity disorder? Dissociative identity disorder, previously known as Multiple Personality Disorder, is a complex psychological condition which is characterized by the presence of two or more distinct personality states or identities occurring within an individual. Each of these personalities will have their own distinct way of relating
What is avascular necrosis? Avascular necrosis is a degenerative bone condition. It is a disease that is a result of the short term or permanent loss of blood supply to the bone. The lack of blood supply to the bone can lead to tiny breaks in the bone which can
Having an illness or condition that prevents you from working full time can lead to significant financial stress. Rising costs of housing, food, and insurance add to the burden. If you’re in this situation, you might wonder what resources are available to alleviate your financial stress. One possible solution is
Introduction Many individuals who are eligible for Social Security Disability Insurance benefits suffer from severe mental impairments which can make managing day-to-day affairs very difficult. This includes certain individuals with severe mental health conditions such as schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder, as well as individuals who have physical conditions which have
Traumatic brain injuries are unfortunately very common. According to the Centers for Disease Control, in 2021, around 190 people in the United States died from a traumatic brain injury per day. In 2019, nearly 223,000 people in the United States were hospitalized for a traumatic brain injury. This indicates that
In a Social Security Disability benefit hearing, a medical expert testimony can make a significant impact on the outcome of your case. In this article, we’ll discuss what a medical expert is, their responsibilities, and why a judge may require their testimony. We’ll also cover what to expect when a
Unfortunately, social security disability denial is all too common after going through the application process and appearing before an administrative law judge. Although receiving a negative outcome is frustrating after waiting so long, hope is not lost. In fact, it’s not uncommon for those previously denied to eventually receive benefits.
Sadly, it is not uncommon for a person who has applied for Social Security Disability Benefits to pass away during the process before a determination is made on his or her claim. Unfortunately, the process for receiving approval for benefits is very lengthy and involves extended wait times. The majority
Social Security Disability benefits over 50 have a reputation for being very difficult to get approved for. Unfortunately, there is a lot of truth in this common conception. However, there are some circumstances where the rules are a bit more favorable for approval. One particular circumstance is when a person
