Suffering from shock after a traumatic event is a normal reaction. When that stress doesn’t subside over time, then a person might be experiencing Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Veterans experience PTSD in higher numbers than the regular population due to their experiences while in service.
If you are having flashbacks, avoiding situations or people you believe will trigger negative feelings or thoughts, or suffering from other PTSD symptoms, you should reach out for the benefits our country has created to help you.
Chad Barr Law specializes in assisting veterans with lower than expected or denied PTSD claims. With our experience and VA accredited attorneys, veterans can navigate the VA system more effectively, ensuring they receive the benefits they deserve.
PTSD Issues Veterans May Experience
Symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
The biggest difference between a normal stress reaction to a traumatic event and PTSD is that the symptoms do not lessen over time. Sometimes these symptoms actually increase in their severity over time.
Some of the symptoms veterans with PTSD experience include:
- Flashbacks
- Situational Avoidance
- Memory Issues
- Neurological Problems
- Fatigue
- Depression
- Nightmares
- Negative Thoughts and Feelings
- Hypersensitivity
If you find yourself reliving a situation or event over and over, then you might be suffering from PTSD.
If you’re having vivid nightmares where you can see, hear, smell, and feel the specific details of a traumatic event, then you might be experiencing PTSD.
If you have been avoiding certain situations, friends you served with, crowds, or other experiences that may trigger a flashback or relapse, then you are probably experiencing PTSD.
The Importance of an Accurate Veterans PTSD Rating
Veterans Affairs PTSD Rating
A PTSD rating is a crucial part of the VA benefits process. This rating, ranging from 0% to 100%, reflecting the severity of the veteran’s condition. It’s based on the impact of PTSD on their daily life and work.
An accurate rating ensures veterans receive the financial support and access to necessary medical care. However, obtaining an accurate rating can be a complex process, often requiring legal assistance from Chad Barr Law.
Denied PSTD Benefits from the VA?
Did the VA deny you the benefits you are entitled to for assistance dealing with your PTSD? If so, you must file your appeal as quickly as possible. There is a limited time to submit the required evidence, and the VA has strict timelines and requirements they adhere to.
Are you one of the thousands of Veteran Claims that have been denied by the VA? Have you received a decision that is lower than you expected? As a Veteran who has served your country, YOU should receive Disability Benefits.
If you were injured and haven’t received the VA benefits you deserve, please call Chad Barr Law today at (407) 599-9036 and discuss your case with our VA accredited Veterans Benefits Attorneys or fill out our contact form to schedule a consultation.
