Military veterans suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) at a higher rate than just about any other population in the United States, typically due to factors related to their service. This can cause them substantial difficulty in their day to day life, impacting their ability to work or perform daily chores. But why might you want to seek veterans’ disability benefits for PTSD, and how can it help?
What is PTSD?
Post-traumatic stress disorder is a psychological condition that results from people being exposed to life-threatening situations, either from danger they personally experienced or harm that they witnessed happening to other people. Victims of PTSD typically experience a number of common symptoms, including hypersensitivity to intense stimuli (including bright lights or loud noises), nightmares, flashbacks, and insomnia. Victims also tend to suffer from cognitive and memory issues, and may experience increased anxiety or depression.
Why Do Veterans Suffer From PTSD?
Veterans often suffer from PTSD as a result of extreme danger or physical harm they suffered during their service. This can be a result of being involved in live combat, or due to an accident that they witnessed or were involved in. It can also be the result of experiencing sexual assault during their service, which is a particularly common issue for female veterans.
Why Should You Seek Disability Benefits?
One of the main reasons that veterans often struggle with PTSD is that they either do not, or cannot, get appropriate treatment for their condition. Disability benefits can help you pay for the costs of treatment, and make it easier to obtain care from VA hospitals or other medical facilities. That way, you can begin your path to recovery, rather than struggling with your condition alone.
How Can You Get Veterans’ Disability Benefits for PTSD?
You may be eligible to obtain veterans’ disability benefits through the VA if you suffered from PTSD due to events you experienced during your military service. You may also be eligible if you. However, to know how best to obtain benefits for yourself, you should speak to a lawyer with experience handling veterans’ disability claims, who can give you the best chance possible of success.
The attorneys of Sullivan & Kehoe place a special focus on assisting disabled veterans. Our veterans’ disability lawyers are still available for remote consultation on your legal issues. Call our office at (800) 395-7830 to schedule a consultation in our New York City, Garden City, Kings Park, Riverhead, or White Plains office, or visit our contact page.
