Many SSDI applicants fear employment gaps. They assume that periods without work make them look unreliable or lazy.
In reality, employment gaps often strengthen disability cases when explained properly.
Why SSA Views Gaps Suspiciously
SSA often assumes:
- You chose not to work
- Symptoms were not severe
- You could have returned to work
Without explanation, gaps are treated as evidence against disability.
The Medical Reality Behind Gaps
Disability-related gaps often result from:
- Failed work attempts
- Hospitalizations
- Treatment recovery
- Symptom flare cycles
- Mental health deterioration
These are not signs of ability. They are signs of instability.
Turning Gaps Into Evidence
Winning cases show:
- Attempts to return to work that failed
- Medical visits during gaps
- Increasing symptom severity
- Reduced hours before full cessation
This demonstrates inability to sustain work, which is central to SSDI approval.
Common Mistakes
- Leaving gaps unexplained on forms
- Minimizing failed work attempts
- Omitting short jobs
- Inconsistent timelines
Accuracy and explanation matter more than appearances.
Final Takeaway
Employment gaps do not weaken SSDI cases. Unexplained gaps do.
Call to Action
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