Receiving a diagnosis from a doctor is considered a double-edged sword by a lot of people. While most people are relieved to know what is ailing them, hearing that you have an incurable and potentially fatal condition can be downright disheartening. Such is the case...
All this week, mental health advocacy groups of all sizes have been busy sponsoring initiatives and holding activities as part of Mental Illness Awareness Week. This annual event began nearly 25 years ago when Congress decided to officially honor the unwavering...
The U.S. Senate's Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee recently published a rather eye-opening report outlining how a series of barriers have served to keep at least one out of every three disabled people living in poverty. The report, which surveyed over...
In our previous post, we discussed how those families with disabled children might be in need of extra income to help make ends meet if a parent had to forgo working in order to provide the necessary care, and how the Supplemental Security Income program may provide...
The unfortunate reality for many families with disabled children is that money to cover basic living expenses is sometimes hard to come by. That's because a parent might have to stay home to provide for their disabled child's needs, either cutting the household income...
There are few things more deeply troubling and terrifying than not being able to trust one's own mind. Sadly, this is something that many individuals with serious mental disorders face on a regular basis. One mental disorder that can be particularly tough on its...
When someone files for Social Security disability benefits, they may think that there's no way that the Social Security Administration will deny their claim. In their mind, their condition or injury clearly warrants them receiving these important benefits....
Every month, hundreds of thousands of people eagerly await the arrival of their Social Security check, as it will help ensure that they have enough money to help cover the basic necessities of life such as shelter, food, clothing and medication. However, recently...
In previous posts, we've taken a closer look at how those people who have suffered debilitating injuries or been diagnosed with life-changing conditions can seek much-needed assistance via the Social Security Disability Insurance program. In today's post, we'll take a...
Back in April, our blog reported on a study published in the medical journal JAMA, which held that time is of the essence when it comes to stroke treatment.In recent developments, another study has been published that essentially confirms this conclusion, verifying...