What Qualifies As Being Disabled?

An individual may have one or more disabling conditions, but in order to receive Social Security Disability Benefits, they must meet the criteria for being blind or disabled under the laws of the Social Security Administration (SSA).  A person's condition must prevent them from having what the SSA deems as Substantial Gainful Activity (SGA).  Simply put, they are looking to see that a person is not able to work full time due to their condition(s) at least for a 12 month period or more, or that the disabling condition is expected to end in death.  Many don't realize that one condition may not qualify a person as being disabled under SSA rules, but multiple conditions just may...so do list ALL of your medical conditions when applying for your disability.