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"Can I get disability benefits for Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy (JME)?"

Yes, people with JME can qualify for disability benefits if their condition limits their ability to work. In the United States, there are two main programs
- Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Several Show Full Answer

"Can I get disability benefits for Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy (JME)?"

Yes, people with JME can qualify for disability benefits if their condition limits their ability to work. In the United States, there are two main programs:
- Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Several MyEpilepsyTeam members have shared their experiences with getting disability benefits. Key tips include:
- Having your doctors clearly document how JME affects your ability to work
- Considering working with a lawyer to help with the application process
- Being thorough in explaining how the condition impacts your daily life
- Being persistent if initially denied - appeals are possible JME typically requires lifelong treatment and can significantly impact daily activities. When symptoms like myoclonic seizures and generalized tonic-clonic seizures make it impossible to maintain employment, disability benefits can help replace lost income.

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