Is post-traumatic stress disorder a disability?

Soldiers returning home from war are sometimes described as “shell shocked” when they suffer from mental stresses and disorders due to the experiences they have had during their times of service. More accurately, they may suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder, a serious mental condition that is often referred to as the acronym PTSD. This…

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A disability may prevent an employee from working

Accidents and illnesses can keep Oklahoma residents from getting to their places of employment and doing the jobs they were hired to do. It is an unfortunate truth that workplace accidents cost employers millions of dollars each year and force workers to make difficult decisions about how they will pay for all of their…

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Who decides if I can work despite my disability?

A disability that limits a person’s capacity to engage in work functions — such as moving, sitting and remembering — and that lasts for at least one year may qualify an Oklahoma resident for disability benefits from the Social Security Administration. However, a person must do more than prove that they are disabled to…

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How social media affects your SSDI case

Social media is more than just an entertaining distraction for the young. Pew Research Center reports that 68 percent of adults in the U.S. use Facebook, most on a regular basis. This is the highest rate among all social media platforms, but others are still popular and thriving. These outlets allow you to keep in touch…

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How keeping a journal can help your SSDI case

In this age, most people record memories through digital photos, blog posts and status updates on social media. These are quick and easy ways to keep track of and share life events. However, they are not the best methods of maintaining a record of your health when you want to apply for Social Security…

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