I have recently been diagnosed with an extreme case of bipolar disorder and cannot work for a little wihle. Can I get SSDI?

Social security provides disability benefits for those who have a disability on their list of impairments, or for those who have a disability at least as severe as those on the list of impairments. Section 12.04 of the list of impairments refers to people with affective disorders, such as bipolar disorder. Generally, if your bipolar disorder is severe enough to inhibit your daily activities, you will be entitled to social security disability benefits for bipolar disorder. A determination on how severe your bipolar disorder is made by evaluating whether it inhibits your ability to live you life, and by determining how many symptoms you experience on a regular basis. An SSA representative may question you about your daily routine and you may need to undergo a mental status exam in order to determine eligibility or disability benefits for bipolar disorder. You should consult with an experienced social security disability attorney who can help you evaluate your situation and prepare your application for social security disability.