Is it a recognized disability?

[Briffault]

I have been trying to find the answer everywhere. Is major depressive disorder a recognized disability in Canada? I was also told I have a gaf score of 50. I don't know if it's actually a disability or if it is all in my head.

 

[David Baxter PhD]

Documented mental disorders can meet the criteria for disability but the key word here is "documented", with a diagnosis from a practitioner with the training and legal authority to diagnose (i.e., a physician or psychiatrist or psychologist.

Whether the disability would be considered partial or full, or temporary or permanent, would depend upon individual circumstances.

A GAF score of 50 if accurate would imply a significant impairment of level of functioning.

 

[Briffault]

thank you for your help. I'm just confused but it's good to know that information.