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I have a serious mental or psychological condition that prevents me from working. Can I still receive Social Security Disability benefits?

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I have a serious mental or psychological condition that prevents me from working. Can I still receive Social Security Disability benefits?

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According to the Social Security Act, a “disability” can be either physical or emotional, or a combination of both. The key is that a doctor finds “objective medical evidence” that you your condition prevents you from working for at least 12 months.

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