PTSD in Veterans and Military Service Members
An unprecedented number of veterans and military service members who served in Iraq and Afghanistan are returning from the war with symptoms or diagnoses of post-traumatic-stress disorder (PTSD). The VA has recognized the validity of the diagnosis and has eased up the requirements for getting disability compensation for PTSD. The VA provides medical care, job retraining, and other benefits for those suffering from this mental illness. Courts at home have also recognized the effect PTSD can have on a veteran who is trying to transition to civilian life while haunted by memories from the theater. Learn how to protect your right to benefits and special consideration if you suffer from PTSD.
If you have PTSD that was caused or got worse by your time in service, you can get a VA disability rating.
Documenting your PTSD properly is key to winning a claim for veterans disability compensation.
Having an independent medical opinion from a non-VA doctor can help your PTSD claim for VA disability benefits.
A diagnosis of PTSD can help veterans with lighter sentences, grounds for appeal, treatment in jail, and early parole.
While you are on active duty for the military, you may be suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder and not realize it.
Proper medical documentation is the basis of a successful Social Security disability claim for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
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