One of the fastest-growing claims for Social Security Disability Benefits is for debilitating mental conditions such as autism. Autistic individuals can be extremely limited in their abilities to earn a living, and parents with autistic children can face significant financial burdens due to the costs of specialty care and education that are needed.
An article from the Age of Autism explains what qualifies an autistic individual for Social Security Disability and how to apply for such benefits. The story explains that qualifications for Social Security Disability are primarily based on work history and income, meaning children are rarely awarded such benefits unless their parents receive disability.
Supplemental Security Income is for those who are disabled and have limited income. These benefits are not based on work history.
If these qualifications are met, an individual must then prove their disability. This means they must suffer:
- Deficits in development and reciprocal social interaction
- Deficits in verbal and non-verbal communication
- Deficits in imaginative activity
- Restricted repertoire of activities and interests
These requirements can be proven through medical records and other disability documentation.
The Social Security Disability Lawyers with Newlin Disability understand how complex proving a disability can be. They are here to help if you are considering applying for benefits or have previously been denied benefits.
