Category: Qualifying Conditions

Amputation is the loss of an arm, hand, leg or foot, which can occur as a result of a medical complication, traumatic accident, work accident or incident related to military service. Because this type of loss could have a significant…

More than 37 million adults in the United States suffer from some version of hearing loss with one-fourth of adults age 65 and older suffering from disabling hearing loss, according to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders.…

Spina bifida is a congenital disorder involving a neural tube defect that occurs during pregnancy. This disorder arises when a fetus' spine does not develop or close properly during the early stages of pregnancy. Newborns with this disorder may be…

Individuals who suffer from certain mental illnesses or who have a mental illness in addition to other disabling conditions may qualify for Social Security Disability benefits if the mental illness prevents them from being able to work. Understanding the different…

Hemophilia is a medical condition that affects the blood's ability to clot properly, which can lead to excessive bleeding, both internally and externally, for any type of injury no matter how minor. Individuals with hemophilia often experience large deep bruises,…

Chronic insomnia can have a debilitating effect on an individual. It may make you tired and irritable and can affect your ability to concentrate. Although these side effects may affect your ability to work, the Social Security Administration (SSA) is…

Supplemental Security Income (SSI) may be available to children who have epilepsy if they meet certain requirements outlined by the Social Security Administration (SSA) and their parents have low assets or income. Epilepsy is a neurological disorder characterized by a pattern…

Although strokes most often occur in adults over the age of retirement, a portion of those who experience strokes are under the age of 65. If you are under retirement age, a stroke can impact all facets of your life,…

Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), also known as Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), is a chronic neuropsychiatric disorder that can affect both children and adults. The condition can range from moderate to extreme, which can interfere with an individual's ability to complete…