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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DJfromColorado 07/31/2007

I hate my boss, hate my working situation, love my work, HATE my co-workers!

I have already taken a medical leave of a week off, is depression a disability? I have AFLAC, do they cover this? My shrink took me off the ativan for anxiety, and work is getting worse making me worse. What do I do?

deleted_user 07/31/2007

It is most definitely a disability.
See an experienced therapist who will help you decide if you need to be on a medical leave and will also help you to collect the benefits.
Good luck!

deleted_user 07/31/2007

You should call AFLAC and ask them. I would think that AFLAC being one of the best out there will cover depression for short term disability.

deleted_user 07/31/2007

Yes, depression is a legal disability to go on SSDI. But there are hoops you have to go through first. First you will need a doctor who will sign you off. Some wont because we can get worst when we don't work. Many others will though.

Go to allup.com, it is advertised on the side of this column.

deleted_user 07/31/2007

According to the EEOC, Labor Board and Soc. Sec. all mental health conditions are considered a disability; however, you have to be out of work for 6 months before you can claim, now if you have short term or long term disability that will cover it and you can collect that money you just can't work. You can try a recovery period, but can only bring home $900.00 a month...I though AFLAC was just for injuries??? I'm not sure about that insurance..

GeorgiaW 08/01/2007

Depression is a disability and it can be a disability that is severe enough to merit being on ssdi but that is something that needs to be judged by a competent psychiatrist.
If your psych took you off your old meds have you discussed replacing it wiht something else? Also are you going through some sort of therapy to work on issues around your depression?
If your current shink doesn't seem to be helping maybe you need to check into finding someone you can work better with. As in all other areas some are better then others and you will mesh better with some then others. Just don't give up.

deleted_user 08/01/2007

The hell do I sign up for this?

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