One more post from me today regarding SS.

[michelleric]

I applied for Social Security Disability in October.  A very sad day for me, but I am ok with it. Particularly lately with my double vision and that I haven't been able to be a reliable employee for quite some time.  I have been at my job for over 6 years, so they know me, and I am always welcome to work any time I want to.  I am very lucky.

Anyway, apparently it can take 2 years to even know ANY outcome, at least here in OH.

I did receive a letter recently that said an Appt. was set of for me this morning with a psychologist, that the state pays for.  I will be receiving many other letters about future doc appts as well.

Just curious, has anyone had to do this?  I am a bit nervous what the questions will be.  Feel like I am going to be "judged".  I am curious as to what will be involved here.

Any thoughts,
Michelle

[Lulu54]

I take it as promisiing that you already have some sort of letter - it has only been a  bit over 3 months.  LOL

take a deep breath - you can do this process and it will be ok.
hugs, L

[Sumanadevii]

We do know from previous threads here that Ohio is one of the states being watched due to poor performance.  It may work in your favor.  Hoping it is true!!!

[PastorDan]

Michelle, my late wife went through it (here in Ohio) in 2005/2006, and it was really pretty basic stuff.  She submitted all her stuff online, and SS sent her to a psychiatrist (whose office was since raided by Medicaid, I think), to an elderly GP (who was more interested in my hat than her health), and to a clinic for an x-ray (of the wrong limb).  Hers was one of the 1-in-3 that was approved on the first run-through.

[rendean]

Michelle,

My Pysch exam was pretty straight forward.  He asked about how many kids I had, ages, etc. How much alcohol or recreational drugs I consumed. Meds I take, did I feel depressed about my illness.

DH went with me as my letter advised. They asked him 2 questions. Was I depressed and if so, did I take meds for it,

Actually, no judging at all. I felt the same way going in as you do but it was no big deal. BTW, depression alone can be a reason to award disability in some states.

Good luck,
Ren