Veterans Disability Info Blog

When veterans file for VA disability compensation due to depression, the process often feels overwhelming. The burden of proving the severity and impact of a mental health condition can be difficult, especially when medical records don’t fully capture how depression affects daily life. In these cases, one of the most […]

Experiencing mental or physical injuries as a result of qualifying for active service in the U.S. military entitles veterans and their families to benefits for medical coverage and lost earnings. The extent to which the mental health condition impacts the veteran’s day-to-day life, and the number of dependent family members […]

When you have service-related depression, the depression VA rating that you receive will determine the amount of compensation benefits that you are eligible to receive. As we’ll discuss, any veteran with a current diagnosis of a service-related disability is eligible to receive medical coverage, but only certain veterans qualify for […]

Veterans encounter a distinct set of challenges and situations, such as deployment, combat, and the process of reintegrating into civilian life after military service, which can contribute to experiences of trauma. These stressors are found to have a lasting impact on the mental health and well-being of veterans. Veterans suffering […]

If you are service-connected for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), then your PTSD VA rating is determined by 38 C.F.R. § 4.130—Schedule of Ratings for Mental Disorders. This regulation allows ratings of either 10, 30, 50, 70, or 100 for PTSD, depending on the severity of your condition. How to Qualify […]

Depression is a physically and mentally debilitating health condition that can affect a person’s ability to function in daily life. For veterans who are diagnosed with depression, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) provides disability benefits to support them in their recovery and provide financial assistance. However, the process of […]

Veterans of the Armed Forces face extraordinary challenges and experiences throughout service. Unfortunately, these experiences can lead to various mental health conditions. Depression disorders can manifest as a result of various factors, including trauma and chronic pain. One particular condition that has been linked to depression in veterans is tinnitus. […]

The topic of whether veterans can receive VA disability benefits for depression secondary to sleep apnea has gained significant attention in recent years. Scientific research suggests a potential link between obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and depression. The oxygen deprivation, chronic daytime sleepiness, and impact on daily functioning caused by sleep […]

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and depression are two mental health conditions that can dramatically affect a person’s daily life and overall well-being. For individuals who have served in the military, these conditions may be a result of the stressful and traumatic experiences they have encountered during their service. To ensure […]

Mental health is an issue that is increasingly being recognized as a serious issue by the VA, and if you are a veteran suffering from service-related depression, you could be entitled to benefits. Collecting what you might be entitled to from the VA requires that you receive a current diagnosis, […]