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Kaili Killpack

'I've Been Struggling With Working The Last 2 Years': How To Ask Your Doctor About SSI/SSDI When Mental Health Is Affecting Work

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Applying for disability benefits can feel overwhelming, especially when mental health conditions are making it hard to hold down steady work. Many people wonder not only how to apply for Social Security Disability Insurance or Supplemental Security Income, but also whether they need to bring it up with their doctor.

In an online discussion on Reddit's r/SocialSecurity, one user asked how to approach their doctor about disability benefits after years of struggling with treatment-resistant depression, PTSD, and other mental health challenges. 

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