Post Traumatic Stress Blog

1 2 3 4 5 >

Page 1
Claiming VA Disability Benefits for PTSD as a Former Prisoner of War PTSD has a presumptive service connection for former prisoners of war, along with several other conditions. Learn what this means for your VA disability claim.
Obtaining a Diagnosis Is the First Step in Receiving VA Disability Benefits for PTSD If you think you may have PTSD, you need to obtain a formal diagnosis before applying for Veterans disability benefits.
Veterans With PTSD Often Qualify for Compensation for Tinnitus Veterans with PTSD may be able to receive additional disability benefits for service-connected tinnitus. Learn more here.
PTSD Is Often Confused With Panic Disorder, But Veterans May Be Able to Receive Benefits for Both Conditions Panic disorder and PTSD produce similar symptoms but are considered two different conditions. A clear diagnosis is needed for VA disability benefits.
Why It’s Rare for Veterans to Receive an Automatic 50% Disability Rating for PTSD Veterans with PTSD can receive an automatic 50% rating in very limited cases. A VA disability benefits attorney explains.
Veterans With PTSD Often Struggle With Memory Loss Veterans with PTSD sometimes experience memory loss related to their condition. Learn how this can affect VA disability benefits.
Qualifying for VA Disability Benefits for PTSD Related to Fear of Hostile Miltary or Terrorist Activity Veterans with PTSD related to fear of hostile military or terrorist activity can qualify for disability benefits even if they never served in combat.
How Energy Links Increase a Veteran’s PTSD Risk If you regularly consumed energy drinks while serving in the military, you have a higher risk of developing PTSD. Learn more here.
Understanding the Relationship Between PTSD and Moral Injury Veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder may also experience symptoms related to moral injury. Learn how to protect your right to VA disability benefits.
GERD Often Results From Service-Connected PTSD Gastroesophageal reflux disease (also known as GERD, acid reflux, or heartburn) is often linked to PTSD. Learn how this affects your VA disability benefits.
How VA Disability Benefits for PTSD Can Affect Your Gun Rights Most Veterans receiving VA disability benefits for PTSD are able to keep their firearms, but gun ownership can be restricted in severe cases.
How PTSD Affects the Aging Veteran Although most Veterans with PTSD are diagnosed shortly after returning from combat, symptoms can appear at a later date. Learn how this affects VA disability.