Mental Impairments
Louisville, Kentucky • Mental Illness Disability Law Attorney
At the Law Office of Michael P. Sullivan , my experienced professional staff and I work hard to help people suffering from disabling mental illnesses get the Social Security Disability (SSD) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits they are entitled to. I will work with you to understand the nature of your mental impairment and to reflect that on the Social Security paperwork.
As an attorney with over fifteen years of experience in disability matters, I understand the body of law and complex regulations put forth by the Social Security Administration. I know that the application contains many pitfalls for individuals applying, and any mistake can lead to a denial and a lengthy appeal process.
Mental Illness and Disability
Most mental illnesses require medical records and clinical diagnosis to be considered for disability. Some mental problems might be related to another disabling conditions. For example depression might stem from the widespread pain of fibromyalgia, arthritis, or chronic fatigue syndrome.
Mental illness can also include ADHD, ADD, and other cognitive learning disabilities and are difficult to establish as a disability under the Social Security Administration’s rules.
Examples of a mental impairment that is a disability, includes:
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Dementia
- Manic depression
- Seasonal affective disorder (SAD)
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- Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)
- Schizophrenia
- Bipolar disorder
- Anxiety
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Other disabling conditions include spinal injury, fibromyalgia and orthopedic disorders, cancer, tumors, and neurological disorders, and gastro-intestinal disorders.
Speak to a Mental Illness Disability Law Lawyer at 1 (888) 587-0228
If you or a loved one needs assistance of an experienced Louisville SSD/SSI attorney in the Louisville area, contact my office for a free initial consultation.
