When you complete your disability application, be sure to mention all of your health problems, not just the one that is most severe. This is because in evaluating your case, Social Security will look at all of your health problems together. Be honest about the severity of your symptoms. Also be sure to include in your application the names, addresses and phone numbers of all of the doctors and hospitals where you have been treated.
Many individuals who are out of work due to physical conditions will also develop symptoms of depression, anxiety or both. If you experience such symptoms, do not hesitate to obtain treatment. Social Security will only consider mental health symptoms if you are receiving treatment for them. Treatment for mental health symptoms can sometimes make the difference between a claim being approved or denied. It never hurts your case to have treatment for mental health symptoms such as depression or anxiety. To obtain treatment, ask your doctor for a referral or contact your local mental health center.
