Social Phobia
The condition is life-long and unremitting if untreated, and there is a substantial rate of relapse even after prolonged treatment.
About a third of patients will enjoy a complete remission during long-term follow-up.
| Impairment | Date of Onset | Award Period |
|---|---|---|
Customers under 50 years of age-: Social phobia | Less than 5 years | 2 year award |
More than 5 years | 5 year award |
|
Customers over 50 years of age-: Social phobia | Less than 5 years | 2 year award |
More than 5 years | Indefinite award |
|
Customers under 50 years of age-: Other anxiety disorder / type not known | Less than 5 years | 2 year award |
More than 5 years | 5 year award |
|
Customers over 50 years of age-: Other anxiety disorder / type not known | Less than 5 years | 2 year award |
More than 5 years | Indefinite award |
All information must be taken into account when considering the duration of disabling effects and the duration of disabling effects must be based on the particular circumstances of the individual claimant.
Amended may 2009
