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Can you get invalidity pension for PTSD and chronic depression

  • 31-01-2019 05:55PM
    #1
    Karoq
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9 ✭


    Hi im new to this but can anyone tell me does PTSD and depression sufferer who tried but cannot hold down a job because of my mental health qualify for invalidity pension? Your views would be greatly appreciated.


Comments

  • #2
    RossieMan
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,766 ✭✭✭RossieMan


    Are you medically diagnosed or just self diagnosed?


  • #3
    Karoq
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9 ✭Karoq


    RossieMan wrote: »
    Are you medically diagnosed or just self diagnosed?

    Hi, medically diagnosed.


  • #4
    splinter65
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9,420 ✭✭✭splinter65


    Karoq wrote: »
    Hi, medically diagnosed.

    Have you been in receipt of illness benefit for long?


  • #5
    Karoq
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9 ✭Karoq


    splinter65 wrote: »
    Have you been in receipt of illness benefit for long?
    1.5 yrs


  • #6
    splinter65
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9,420 ✭✭✭splinter65


    Karoq wrote: »
    1.5 yrs

    You definitely need to apply right now for IP because your IB is going to run out in the summer.
    I know it’s very stressful but gather up as much evidence as you can and, most importantly, write a letter from yourself to go with the application form, describing a day in your life and all the difficulties you have. Don’t worry about grammar or spellings just pour your heart out.
    Best of luck op it’ll be a great comfort to you when you get it.


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