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Work Issues With Fibromyalgia & Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Whether you're trying to continue working, changing jobs, or applying for disability, it's important to know your rights and understand the best ways to make your case.
Filing for Social Security Disability with Fibromyalgia or ME/CFS
If you can't work because of fibromyalgia or chronic fatigue syndrome, you may decide to file for Social Security Disability. Find out where to start and what can increase your chances of having a claim excepted.
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Learn about the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and how it applies to people with fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome.
Reasonable Accommodation: Readers Respond
Find out what kinds of reasonable accommodations have helped other people keep working with fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS), and share your experience to help others.
How to Win Your Claim
See a transcript of a chat with at attorney who specializes in disability claims to find out how you can build a stronger case for yourself. (Note: some of the information deals specifically with depression, but most of it also is relevant to fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome.)
How to Be Your Own Expert Medical Witness
Get practical advice on how to shore up your disability claim.
Tips for Completing Disability Forms
Get advice on completing disability forms that can help you avoid common pitfalls and help you file a successful claim.
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