Veterans Disability Lawyers for PTSD
Veterans are at increased risk for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) due to their exposure to trauma while in service. Approximately three out of 10 combat veterans experience PTSD, while an additional two or three will suffer from partial PTSD sometime in their lives.
Individuals who suffer from a psychological or mood disorder such as PTSD often suffer from an additional mood or affective disorder. These can include anxiety disorder, depression, bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. For example, persons with PTSD may experience clinical depression as well. The compound effects of additional disorders are dangerous and debilitating.
If you are a veteran in need of disability benefits due to anxiety disorder, depression, bipolar disorder or schizophrenia, contact us at 888-883-2483 today. Your consultation is free.
Additional Mental Impairments
In addition to PTSD, veterans may suffer from one or more of the following conditions:
Anxiety disorder can cause panic attacks, irrational fear, compulsion or obsession and an increased heart or breathing rate. These symptoms may result in difficulty concentrating, difficulty with social interactions and a need to restrict daily activities. Some individuals may be unable to function independently in any setting other than their homes.
Clinical depression can be triggered by a traumatic event; it can also be caused by genetic or biological factors. Symptoms last for at least two weeks and include feelings of hopelessness, worthlessness, sadness, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, exhaustion, difficulty making decisions, weight changes, insomnia and sleeping too much. Individuals suffering from depression often have a lack of energy and lose interest in things they once enjoyed. Depression may cause a person to withdraw from social interactions, shutting out even family and friends.
Bipolar disorder (formerly called manic depression) causes a person to cycle between depressive states and high states (mania). Some individuals experience both cycles simultaneously. Mania can cause euphoria, anger and impaired judgment. Symptoms of mania include sleeplessness, decreased attention span, aggressive behavior and rushed speech. In severe cases, mania may cause rage, psychotic delusions or hallucinations. The depressive state causes the same symptoms as clinical depression.
People who suffer from bipolar disorder may engage in dangerous behaviors such as substance abuse, risky sexual encounters and compulsive spending. Suicidal thoughts and suicide attempts are extremely common.
Schizophrenia can make it difficult or impossible to interact with others, concentrate and think coherently. A person with schizophrenia may have trouble paying attention, recalling information and making sense of information. Additional symptoms include unpredictable behavior, paranoia, delusions, hallucinations and catatonia. Schizophrenia often causes a loss of interest in activities, withdrawal from others, loss of motivation and trouble caring for oneself.
Nationwide Representation
Our lawyers will work to prove the service connection of your illness. If the condition was not diagnosed while you were serving, but was caused by a traumatic event while you were in service, you are still eligible for benefits. For a free consultation with our VA post-traumatic stress disorder claims attorneys, please call 888-883-2483 or contact us online.
