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How to Answer “Have you noticed any unusual behavior or fears?” on SSA Form 3373 (Function Report)

This guide covers SSA Form 3373 Question 20(l): “Have you noticed any unusual behavior or fears?” It explains what SSA is really trying to learn, how to describe this kind of symptom clearly, and how to connect it to daily functioning in a way that fits the rest of your Function Report.

How to Answer “How Well Do You Get Along with Authority Figures?” on SSA Form 3373 (Function Report)

Many people freeze at Question 20(h) on SSA Form 3373: “How well do you get along with authority figures?” This question is about much more than whether you “like” bosses or landlords. It helps Social Security understand how your medical conditions affect your ability to respond to supervision, correction, and rules in a work-like setting.

How to Answer “For how long can you pay attention?” on SSA Form 3373 (Function Report)

Question 20(d) on SSA Form 3373 asks, “For how long can you pay attention?” This guide explains what SSA is really looking for, how to think about your usual attention span in minutes, and how pain, fatigue, ADHD, depression, or anxiety can break your focus. Learn ways to describe tools you use, fluctuating days, and when the Remarks section might help you show your real day-to-day limits.