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If you are a veteran of the US military and you are suffering from a physical or psychological disability, you can apply for disability benefits through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). However, even if your disability claim is denied, you may still be able to appeal and get the benefits you deserve. Here are five reasons to consider appealing your VA disability claim:
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If you are a veteran of the US armed forces, you are entitled to obtain disability benefits if you are suffering from a disability that is related to your military service. This includes psychological problems that are related to your time spent in the military. But when exactly might a psychological disability be considered a service-related disability for the purposes of obtaining VA benefits?
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If you have received a disability rating from the Department of Veterans Affairs, it is possible that you have not looked over that rating since you first got it. However, there is a possibility that you may be able to appeal your disability rating, increasing the amount of benefits you receive in the process. But when is the right time you appeal your disability rating?
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Every year, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) receives close to two million applications for disability benefits. However, a majority of these applications are denied, often due to entirely avoidable mistakes that lead to otherwise valid claims being dismissed. Here are five common mistakes that disabled veterans make when applying for disability benefits through the VA:
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The disability rating you receive from the Department of Veteran Affairs (also known as the VA) is a core component of determining what benefits you receive. The better you understand your rating and what it means, the more you can take advantage of what your benefits have to offer. Here are five facts you should know about your VA disability rating:
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Veterans suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) at a significantly higher rate than the rest of the population. When this condition is the result of experiences suffered during their military service, it can qualify them for disability benefits through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). So how do you go about seeking disability benefits as a veteran with PTSD?
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The issue of burn pits at military bases has been a source of controversy for years now, as this form of waste disposal has been tied to serious environmental and health consequences. In particular, many veterans have been left with severe health problems resulting from burn pit exposure. But what does it mean to be exposed to burn pits, and how might that impact your ability to obtain veterans disability benefits?
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Thanks to efforts from mental health professionals at the Department of Veterans Affairs (more commonly referred to as the VA), suicide rates among female veterans have declined by 14.1% in 2022, according to the Military Times. This decrease in suicide rates is attributed to increased accessibility of care for women in the military, as well as a greater understanding of the challenges that female veterans face. There are also more resources for female veterans looking to re-enter into the civilian workforce.
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No population in America is at higher risk of suffering from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) than veterans. This psychological disorder causes countless problems for those who suffer from it, and veterans in particular can struggle against its effects due to difficulties seeking and obtaining treatment. But what exactly is PTSD, and why are veterans at such high risk of getting it?
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As of January 17, 2023, the Department of Veterans Affairs (also known as the VA) has begun offering emergency services for veterans suffering from suicidal thoughts. Any suicidal veterans will be able to go to any healthcare facility, whether in the VA network or not, and seek emergency care. This measure will potentially do a great deal to help veterans struggling with mental health issues who are in need of emergency psychological care.
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