I got in touch with my local legislator, because it is an election year in our state and a friend of mine got his within 6 weeks of applying....I was born with cerebral palsy which effects my legs, so does my RSD. The RSD is spreading so I had to do something...I worked with the mentally challenged and autistic and for 24 years and it is a challenging and mentally stressful job, not to mentioned how physical it can be.

I don't see it as giving up...I see it as taking care of yourself and your family and doing what's best for your quality of life. Hang in there and apply soon. It can hurt...