I have been one of the lucky ones when it comes to disability finances. I do believe most of process really depends on case manager reviewing case. I filled out my own paperwork. Had HIV and HEPC C as well as other medical issues. The case manager helped me correct parts of application I had done wrong. She called me about every two weeks to let me know we're my claim was at. I know my experience was the unusual. I am very thankful for that. I wish everyone else could have as good of experience I had. If one is not treated properly I think there is a place to complain. There is alot of difficulty getting a claim for bipolar as alot people see it as an excuse and not a real disorder. Educating people on the disease and the disability associated with such an illiness will be the only way to get disability processed and accepted.