Posted by HappyGirl on March 6, 2004, at 14:36:00
In reply to Re: Need to talk about SSDI, posted by Metalblade on March 6, 2004, at 13:06:22
Hi Metalblade:
In other thread, I recall that you have not only Bp II also Social Phobia. For this, ... you've been on Lithium and Paxil ... if my recollection is correct. To be frank and honest, you may need some more meds., because sounds like you're still sufferring from those symptoms somehow. Also, in my knowledge, just Lithium alone for Bp II is pretty risky, because those who have Bp II are mostly on depressive side of Bp, rather manic one. For this, you may need anti-dep., even atypical med. like I've been on. I just wonder which med.-office you're been on, ... if County Mental Facility, ... they might cut a cost unless you have SI that needs ER. Then, in this regard, you may need think more, ... because as I mentioned one of my previous post, those SSA folks digging into which med. you're on. If there needs more med. for good motivation, energy and etc., they may tell you get the right med. combo. FIRST. But, on the otherhand, sounds like you did suffer enough not able to stay on a certain job, including 25 different jobs on which you made a great deal of effort. In comparison to yours, I never did try. Then, you may be entitled SSDI with some accomodation, ... like going to the counselling that enables you to get a non-stressful job.
But, I cannot be sure, ... an attorney might be one of good things to consider, ... but the price, ... unless 85-90& successful. But, this is just my personal opinion.
In the meantime, if you get some GOOD news on SSDI or any other up-to-date, please post up here SOON.
H.G.
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