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8 months 2 weeks ago #288627 by Mattymatt007
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Hi all,
I'm after some words of advice, I was diagnosed in October at the age of 43 with combined type ADHD, and about 10 years ago was diagnosed with severe depression.
My diagnosis was done with a company via occupational therapy and meant that I didn't get any follow up care or treatment, so am still awaiting the NHS right to choose response from Physicatry UK, they've suggested that they'll accept the diagnostic report, but I still have to wait an extensive amount of time for the consultation.
I have always struggled with my procrastination and executive function, and things as basic as housework or leaf clearance in the garden, or even cooking a simple meal have mostly been avoided because I just can't get to started.
I'm excited at the idea that I might actually be able to obtain financial support for the things that I have to pay out for just to get me through a basic week, and to be able to support with the things that I just don't ever get round to doing which sit there staring me in the face and reminding me of my failures.
The issue I have is that I don't think I have much in the way of supporting evidence to go with a PIP claim, the Dr's haven't taken my diagnosis very seriously, and I'm under no treatment for my depression due to a reaction to antidepressants. I am currently waiting a second round of counselling via the GP's.
Should I wait for the other diagnosis to be completed or can I/should I carry on with the application? I just really need to get things sorted in my life, and feel like I'm at a dead end.
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I'm after some words of advice, I was diagnosed in October at the age of 43 with combined type ADHD, and about 10 years ago was diagnosed with severe depression.
My diagnosis was done with a company via occupational therapy and meant that I didn't get any follow up care or treatment, so am still awaiting the NHS right to choose response from Physicatry UK, they've suggested that they'll accept the diagnostic report, but I still have to wait an extensive amount of time for the consultation.
I have always struggled with my procrastination and executive function, and things as basic as housework or leaf clearance in the garden, or even cooking a simple meal have mostly been avoided because I just can't get to started.
I'm excited at the idea that I might actually be able to obtain financial support for the things that I have to pay out for just to get me through a basic week, and to be able to support with the things that I just don't ever get round to doing which sit there staring me in the face and reminding me of my failures.
The issue I have is that I don't think I have much in the way of supporting evidence to go with a PIP claim, the Dr's haven't taken my diagnosis very seriously, and I'm under no treatment for my depression due to a reaction to antidepressants. I am currently waiting a second round of counselling via the GP's.
Should I wait for the other diagnosis to be completed or can I/should I carry on with the application? I just really need to get things sorted in my life, and feel like I'm at a dead end.
Thank you.
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8 months 2 weeks ago #288638 by Gary
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Replied by Gary on topic Nervousness around claiming for PIP as an adult with ADHD
Hi Mattymatt007
Welcome to the forum.
You might want to have a look at the following FAQ which explains where everything is; www.benefitsandwork.co.uk/guides-for-claimants/faq/forum.
When applying for PIP, it is not so much the condition per se that the DWP is interested in, but how that condition/s impacts a claimant's daily life and mobility as set out in the PIP criteria. We are not assessors or medical professionals, so cannot give a view on what you will get and at what level. Two people can have identical conditions but be given different awards.
Our guide to PIP claims and reviews goes through each question highlighting important issues that you need to consider in your answers and giving some sample answers; benefitsandwork.co.uk/guides-for-claimants/pip
PIP is not awarded because of the condition but rather the limitations that result and prevent a claimant from completing a range of everyday activities.
Read about the reliability element in the guide - if you cannot do something:
• Safely – in a fashion that is unlikely to cause harm to themselves or to another person.
• To a necessary and acceptable standard – given the nature of the activity.
• Repeatedly – as often as is reasonably required.
• In a reasonable time period – no more than twice as long as a person without a physical or mental health condition would take to carry out the activity.
then you should not be considered able to do the activity.
The fact that you can’t do the activity safely, to an acceptable standard, repeatedly or in a reasonable time, means you can’t do it at all for the purposes of the descriptors.
You need to explain your reaction to antidepressants.
If you have any further questions, then please return to the forum.
Gary
Welcome to the forum.
You might want to have a look at the following FAQ which explains where everything is; www.benefitsandwork.co.uk/guides-for-claimants/faq/forum.
When applying for PIP, it is not so much the condition per se that the DWP is interested in, but how that condition/s impacts a claimant's daily life and mobility as set out in the PIP criteria. We are not assessors or medical professionals, so cannot give a view on what you will get and at what level. Two people can have identical conditions but be given different awards.
Our guide to PIP claims and reviews goes through each question highlighting important issues that you need to consider in your answers and giving some sample answers; benefitsandwork.co.uk/guides-for-claimants/pip
PIP is not awarded because of the condition but rather the limitations that result and prevent a claimant from completing a range of everyday activities.
Read about the reliability element in the guide - if you cannot do something:
• Safely – in a fashion that is unlikely to cause harm to themselves or to another person.
• To a necessary and acceptable standard – given the nature of the activity.
• Repeatedly – as often as is reasonably required.
• In a reasonable time period – no more than twice as long as a person without a physical or mental health condition would take to carry out the activity.
then you should not be considered able to do the activity.
The fact that you can’t do the activity safely, to an acceptable standard, repeatedly or in a reasonable time, means you can’t do it at all for the purposes of the descriptors.
You need to explain your reaction to antidepressants.
If you have any further questions, then please return to the forum.
Gary
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8 months 2 weeks ago #288663 by Mattymatt007
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Thank you Gary, that's really great advice.
I'm concerned that I don't necessarily have much in the way of 'supporting evidence' from Doctors or other professional bodies
I'm concerned that I don't necessarily have much in the way of 'supporting evidence' from Doctors or other professional bodies
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8 months 2 weeks ago #288670 by Anji
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Welcome to the forum Matty and good luck! My adult son has ADHD and we are currently in a bit of a battle so don't expect too much of an easy ride with DWP!! But you will get a lot of help and support here and there are several people with, or supporting family members with, neurodiversity so people do have experience of going through this.
Good luck!!
Good luck!!
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8 months 2 weeks ago #288672 by Chris
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Replied by Chris on topic Nervousness around claiming for PIP as an adult with ADHD
Hi Mattymatt007,
I found that with my supporting evidence, people who had known me for a long time, their report went a long away in helping me to actually get my PIP award. The guides on here are invaluable also - they will help you know end, and guide you through what best to say to give you the best chance of success with your claim.
Regards, Chris.
I found that with my supporting evidence, people who had known me for a long time, their report went a long away in helping me to actually get my PIP award. The guides on here are invaluable also - they will help you know end, and guide you through what best to say to give you the best chance of success with your claim.
Regards, Chris.
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8 months 2 weeks ago #288701 by Anxious Anonymous
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Hi Chris,
Do you also have ADHD?
"I found that with my supporting evidence, people who had known me for a long time, their report went a long away in helping me to actually get my PIP award."
Did you use carers, friends, other people who know you to put a letter in?
Do you also have ADHD?
"I found that with my supporting evidence, people who had known me for a long time, their report went a long away in helping me to actually get my PIP award."
Did you use carers, friends, other people who know you to put a letter in?
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