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I was denied Social Security disability for the 2nd time... Is it worth continuing to pursue benefits?

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The Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) application process is long and cumbersome. And for those who are dealing with a chronic, debilitating condition, completing the everyday tasks of life are challenging enough.

Many applicants who are applying for SSDI are initially denied benefits. If this happens to you, you are able to file an appeal. And, if you are denied Social Security disability benefits for the 2nd time, you can request a hearing and continue the application process for your claim.

What NOT To Do When Applying For Social Security Benefits

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If you are applying for Social Security Disability benefits, you need to be aware of things that you don't need to do as well as what you do need to do to improve your odds of a successful claim. When the process is not properly followed, your odds of being approved for benefits are significantly impacted. Here are a few things you need to avoid doing when you are in the process of applying for Social Security disability benefits.

How do I prove that I can’t do sedentary work?

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Winning your Social Security Disability claim depends on proving that you are completely disabled. It is the responsibility of the Social Security Administration (SSA) to ensure that individuals who genuinely need benefits have access to them. As such, the SSA carefully scrutinizes each applicant and attempts to assess if their limitations might allow them to do a less strenuous job. If it is determined that you can adapt to a more manageable job, you may be denied the disability benefits that you desperately need.