Depression Support Group

Depression is a real and debilitating condition that is often misunderstood by family and friends. Its meaning can range from a prolonged period of sadness to an actual mental illness with specific symptoms. Find and share experiences with others who are going through the same struggles.

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Depression and Disability

belle
belle
Has anyone on here gotten on disability because of their depression? I've been on so many different kinds of medications that don't seem to work and I've lost 3 jobs partly due to my depression. My therapist told me to talk with my doctor about it but he seems to think I can get better by changing meds. I've been going through this for almost 20 years now.
deleted_user
deleted_user
I actually get SSI because I am bipolar. You have to meet a certain criteria to do so. I was hospitalized and had been on several different types of meds while I was waiting. My best advice is to apply and continue seeing therapists and pyschs if you can afford to do so and if not then the county should put you on a county script. Until you can get some kind of state funds and medical.

Hope I helped out. I wish you good luck.
deleted_user
deleted_user
I know that this can be done.
Do a search on this website. I remember discussions in the past about this.
deleted_user
deleted_user
I get disability due to my bipolar and the depressions it causes. You start by contacting social security. They will then request records from all the doctors and hospitals,ect you have recieved treatment from.
ReginaPhalange
ReginaPhalange
I get disability for being bipolar too, I think some people get it for depression too, it's worth looking into and seeing what you're entitiled too