Abstract:Our study population consisted of 31 733 individuals receiving a disability benefit from the Dutch Social Security Agency (SSA). Data were collected from the databases of the SSA. Disorders were assessed by an insurance physician at application. We tested for differences in socio-demographics, main diagnoses and comorbidity for those entering and leaving disability benefits.Mental disorders were most often registered as the main diagnosis for work disability. Diagnoses differed between age groups and education… Show more
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