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For military firefighters with PTSD, the difficulty of proving that their condition is the result of their service can be devastating. The VA will sometimes deny or underrate disability claims for posttraumatic stress disorder when broadly based on the veteran’s firefighting occupation. If you’re a firefighter denied your rightful VA compensation, our accredited veterans’ attorneys …
In the U.S. military population, PTSD and insomnia often co-occur, and insomnia is the most commonly reported symptom of PTSD. Veterans disabled by post-traumatic stress disorder are likely to also struggle with insomnia disorder. If this is your experience, it’s essential to understand how an insomnia diagnosis can potentially increase your PTSD rating. Returning veterans …
This post is intended for veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) who also experience suicidal ideation symptoms. PTSD is prevalent among military personnel who have served our country. Suicidal ideation, also referred to as SI, is a common side effect of PTSD. The VA has developed vast resources for the prevention, care, and treatment of …
Veterans suffering from paranoia may actually be dealing with a broader health condition, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Unrecognized PTSD with paranoia can have devastating, far-reaching consequences on a veteran’s life. The VA does not view paranoia as a diagnosed medical condition. Instead, paranoia occurs as a symptom or side effect of other mental …
How Diagnoses of Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) and PTSD Can Help Argue and Support Your VA Claim for Disability Benefits. Many veterans returning home grapple with more than “just PTSD.” They frequently struggle with co-existing mental health disorders, including depression. The most widely known mental health problems veterans and active duty service members face are …
A disability that prevents you from working may be partial or total. With a partial disability, you are expected to perform some of your job functions, but at a limited capacity. A total disability prevents you from performing any of your regular employment duties and responsibilities. This distinction is critical if you are applying for …
There are many different types of disabling eye conditions that qualify for Social Security disability. In order to determine if you are eligible for disability benefits as a result of any of these conditions or to get help appealing a denial of benefits, contact an experienced Social Security attorney at Marc Whitehead & Associates today. …
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common intestinal disorder; more than 200,000 persons are diagnosed with the condition each year. The exact causes of IBS are not known. Women are affected by IBS at higher rates than men. The physical symptoms of IBS can include abdominal pain, cramping, bloating, diarrhea, gas, and constipation. Most people …
Epilepsy is a disorder of the brain in which abnormal electrical activity in the brain causes recurrent and unprovoked seizures. It affects about 3.4 million people in the United States. Anyone can develop epilepsy. Genetics, stroke, brain tumor, traumatic brain injury, or infection of the central nervous system are a few of the events that …
Normally, the decision to approve or deny an SSDI or SSI disability benefits claim can take up to several months. However, there are instances in which an individual’s disabilities are so apparent that the SSA is able to fast track the approval of their claim through its Compassionate Allowances, or CAL, initiative. Serious medical conditions …
