It was a very easy process for me fortunately, and I know it’s usually extremely difficult for others with migraine to get approved. I was approved 1 year after applying. I was initially denied 2 months after applying, then I hired a well known lawyer to appeal it. He filed the appeal paperwork, & then months later I was sent a letter from SSDI saying they decided to revise my case and they approved me. I never had to go to court or fight it. My lawyer was shocked, saying he’s never seen a case like that ever. I suppose it’s likely b/c I have records dating back to 2006, & I was literally from every job I ever had (which was countless) since I was 14 due to migraines. I could never hold a job. I’ve also dedicated my life to trying every single treatment out there, literally every single medication. Plus alternative treatments. I saw migraine specialists out of state, and have spent countless days in the ER/hospital due to my migraines. Migraine is a spectrum disease, and I am on the severe side of the spectrum, as I have migraines every day (chronic intractable migraine). I think they approved me b/c it just wasn’t a case they could fight, all of the proof was there. It’s the only condition I have listed as a disability as well. I’m so sorry that your experience is different. Maybe you need more documentation, or a better lawyer? I always saw people say in migraine groups on FB when talking about SSDI - to always answer the questions as if you are experiencing your worst day. Be as descriptive as you can.

I’m sorry to hear you suffer as I do. It’s very challenging. That’s great that you do actually friends that you can speak to and go to. I actually don’t have any friends. We moved to a different area where I don’t physically know anyone, and I’m always alone at home most of the time. I haven’t had actual friends in about 4 years. It’s been hard to make friends. I don’t know anyone else who is disabled, or has Migraine in person. I talk to people I know online sometimes, but it does really take a toll when I don’t have anyone as a friend in real life.