can you get compensation for post traumatic stress disorder?

Answer 1

this would depend on the circumstances surrounding how the disorder came to be and if a previous compensation claim had already been settled with regard to the incident that caused the disorder

Answer 2

Absolutely. First, have the veteran go to the VA medical Center and begin being screened and treated at the VA for PTSD or one of the conditions that cause PTSD, like depression.
When you go it, make sure you talk about the symptoms, like depression, startle effect, isolation, survival guilt, Anxiety reactions, Intrusive thoughts and sleep disturbances and nightmares. Phobias that were not there before the exposure to Combat.
New or intense reactions to some smells, sights, sounds, tastes and feel or touch. These reactions can turn into flashbacks when a combat veteran feels or actually thinks he or she is back in Iraq. He or she smells or touchs something the veteran does not see or hear can cause these symptoms. There is medications and treatment, but often, meds alone is not enough.
If you have already gone to the VA, recieved treatment or even already filed a claim for conpensation, step back and get some help because you are in a legal process.
No matter where you are now, get ahold of the Disabled Amreican Veterans. There are other service groups, but this one is good and available Nationwide. 1-877-426-2823 Set up an appointment and get their help. www.dav.org
If you have not already reaized it, your relationship with the US Government has changed. Now you need things from them that they do not want to give away. And, they have all the advantages in their favor unless you get assistance from outside the VA.
I am not anti VA or USA, but these are the facts.
One more thing I have to tell you. You can and should seek a private doctors or/and psychiatrests assistance. A diagnoses from a private doctor is evidence the VA has to consider in making a judgement about the level of assistance they will offer you or you friend, relative.
Find the money to go to a private doctor for assistance or a clinic or find a nonprofit that will assist you for little or no money. I worked at one such organization in San Francisco California for years helping combat vets. There phone number is 415-252-4788. Name of the non-profit is Swords to Plowshares.
VA Nationwide number is 1-800-827-1000.

Answer 3

Yes, and the sooner you get Mental Help the better off you will be. PTSD is a "normal" response to an "abnormal" situation. Usually brought about by a life threatening experience and/or under constant fear for your life. Such as the Vietnam Vet's were being a woman homeless on the streets for a decade. I can only speak from experience. If you are unable to pay for Physciatric help go to your local Mental Health Clinic they are the best place to start. You may qualify for either Social Security or SSI.

Answer 4

What kind of Compensation? Depending on Circumstances you could get:
Worker's Compensation
Civil/Legal Damages
Disability
I hope you're seeing a counselor. There are a lot of clinics that have "sliding scale" fees, or no cost at all, for low-income folks (like me). Ask your counselor where to get info.
See if there is a NAMI group/office in your area. http://www.nami.org
National Alliance for the Mentally Ill -- support groups & resources

Answer 5

If it is combat related or military related then contact the Veterans' Administration. They will look at your medical records, review your deployment status, and ask for your Primary Care Provider's recommendation. Then they will set up an interview with you to find out how affected you are. Then it must be concurred with by a rating's board.
If it is severe enough you can receive 100% disability. It's about 2,600 per month. Good luck.

Answer 6

Psychological injuries are just a real (and sometimes worse) than physical injuries.

Yes, you can be compensated if this is due to some sort of accident, work incident, car collision, etc.

I hope you are being taught biofeedback techniques, and are getting good therapeutic care.

Good luck.

Answer 7

It depends on what caused the stress, if it is bad enough you can get put on disability, if the stress was work related your work could have to pay for your treatment/rehab. It all depends but you should make sure to have everything documented and see your doctor(s) regularly.

Answer 8

Are you veteran from Iraq or elsewhere ?

If yes, you might have some chances to get compensation, but i'm not sure, how the Army view of PTSD.

I know it is recognized, but not sure if you will get it easily,

Ask more ! and give moredetails, to know a bit of your backgroud..

Answer 9

That would depend on how bad it is, if it's been diagnosed by a health professional, who caused it, and what the laws provide for in your area. Go talk to your doctor or the local mental health services.

Answer 10

Check out ( http://www.reducingstress.net )
It is a really good stress site.
There are lots of articles on all stress related topics.
I think you will find all your stress related answers there.