what disabilities qualify for social security disability
How to Qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance benefits (SSDI). You may qualify for SSDI benefits if you meet the following requirements: 1  You cannot do any substantial work due to a physically or mentally disabling medical condition.2  You have a disability that has lasted or be expected to last at least 1 year, or result in death. 3  You are under the age of 65.f you do not qualify for SSDI because you have not worked 5 out of the last 10 years, you may still qualify to receive disability benefits through Supplemental Security Income. This program is available for those who are disabled but have not earned enough credits to qualify for disability insurance benefits.