The Social Security Administration does not like chronic fatigue syndrome as an impairment.   They are suspicious of this disorder.  Anyone trying to obtain benefits because of this impairment will find it very difficult.  In reality, there really is such a thing as chronic fatigue [...]

Sleep apnea and narcolepsy are the two main types of sleep disorders.  A lot of people have sleep apnea, but not many people have narcolepsy.  If you suffer from sleep apnea and are not being treated, you may be quite drowsy during the day, unable [...]

Fatigue and muscle weakness are common features of multiple sclerosis.  A person with MS could be fine one day and then the next day they may have problems using their arms and legs.  Other symptoms of MS could be problems with vision, balancing, stiffness, numbness, [...]

This is a serious psychotic disorder.  There are symptoms of schizophrenia such as delusions, hallucinations, disorganized speech, grossly disorganized or catatonic behavior.  Other symptoms include flat affect, lack of speech, or lack of volition;  symptoms of major depression or mania.  To sum this disorder up [...]

It is almost impossible to prevail in a case alleging ADHD as an impairment, even though most cases involve children.  However, normally people with ADHD will end up with a mental disorder that is more serious such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder.  Once these more [...]

Psychological tests are key in proving this impairment.  People with autism have a problem with basic sorts of social interactions and communications.  Understanding body language or facial expressions is difficult.  Asperger’s syndrome is closely related to autism but may require more proof before the Social Security Administration [...]