Veterans who suffer post-traumatic stress disorder after serving as firefighters on Navy ships and submarines have found it challenging to get VA approval for disability benefits. In some cases, submarine firefighters with PTSD have distinct obstacles to overcome to prove an in-service stressor/event caused or aggravated the PTSD. This is often the case when the …
Category: Post Traumatic Stress Disorder / PTSD
Military Firefighters with PTSD – Proving Your In-Service Stressors
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 …
PTSD and Insomnia: How Insomnia Can Increase a PTSD Rating
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 …
Suicidal Ideation Symptoms Can Boost PTSD Disability Ratings
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 …
How PTSD with Paranoia Can Increase Your VA Disability Rating
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 …
Getting VA Disability for Major Depressive Disorder and PTSD
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 …