VA Depression Claims: How to Prove Your Case and Secure the Benefits You Deserve

Understanding the Basics of VA Depression Claims. Before diving into specific tips and strategies, it's essential to have a basic understanding of the VA claims process for depression.
When filing a VA disability claim for depression, there are three crucial elements that you need to establish:

A current diagnosis of depression: You must have an official diagnosis from a qualified medical professional.

A link between your depression and military service: You must be able to show that your depression is a result of your time in the military.

Evidence of impairment: Your depression must have a significant impact on your daily life, such as affecting your ability to work or perform daily tasks.

In summary, securing VA disability benefits for depression can be a challenging process, but by following these tips and strategies, you can increase your chances of success. Remember to seek medical treatment, gather supporting evidence, be specific and detailed in your claim, and utilize buddy statements. With perseverance and determination, you can prove your case and secure the benefits you deserve for your service to our country. Your mental health is just as important as your physical health, and the VA is here to support you on your journey towards recovery. So don't hesitate to reach out for help and resources that are available to you as a veteran. Stay strong, stay hopeful, and keep fighting for what you deserve. Let's continue raising awareness about mental health issues in the military and work towards breaking the stigma surrounding them. Thank you for your service, and best of luck with your VA depression claim. Remember, you are not alone, and there is always hope for a brighter future. Keep moving forward – we believe in you!

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[Melodic_Analysis]

I don't think you realize how many lives you have greatly impacted for the better. Thank you brother, I know you have impacted mine 🤘

[GOW]

This is really important! a friend of mine got 70% which was massive for him to reach 100% thank you for sharing more information for fellow veterans

[barryspruell]

Craig.
I don't do Titles
You are definitely the Cream of the Crop
I'm tuned in to you because your precision is key.
I'm working on mental health and PTSD as I message you. Your energy and knowledge is what's keeping me fighting. Continue to bring Knowledge to your subscribers and know that you have definitely changed my approach.
Beirut Vet 1983
USMC

[jyanez]

Great informative video Combat Craig. I have a 10% tinnitus service connected rating and with my neuropathy which puts me at 80% currently. I've been having more depression lately and the ringing in my ears is worse than before. Thanks for all of the great content that you provide to us veterans.

[ohnoitzrobbee]

just filed my supplemental because the VA decided to put in the wrong results of my cnp exam, appreciate all the help as always CC~

[benjerry]

Needed this one. In the middle of them saying “requires medical review” have no idea what that entails or what I can do to make sure that part works right. More info appreciate on this from anyone in community.

[evinjohnson]

So i should not see the va therapist for my depression and go to therapist outside the va?

[alimmuhammad]

Brother, thank you for ALWAYS LOOKING OUT FOR VETERANS!

[tonycasello]

I was diagnosed with the 9434 depression diagnostic code while I was on active duty and was medicated during active duty for it. I filed my initial disability claim before getting out and clearing post. I had a c&p exam shortly after getting out, answered the questions and was awarded for 50% for it back in 2015. I got a letter saying it was static in 2020. I just received my code sheet by email from my vso and it shows all my conditions as service connected and static and I was just awarded migraines and hypertension secondary to depression in 2023 and my code sheet says they are static as well. If you have a diagnosis and it’s in your va re peds or your private medical records or your service treatment records from all your military hospitals ers sick calls I don’t see why there should be so many problems in the va sending you to a c&p exam and awarding you based on the severity or your condition and symptoms. I am debating filing for an increase for depression since mine has gotten a whole lot worse. But I have enough future claims to get to me to 100% with out jeopardizing my future permanent and total.

[thisismagacountry]

Can you recommend a good Camp Lejeune attorney.
Chemical induced depression is just one of my symptoms.
Already had prostate cancer and lost 2 miscarriages.

[OttoHIGHtower]

You only need a Nexus letter if you don’t have any evidence in your service files correct? Examples being therapy sessions and diagnosis

[modoc]

I thought that filing a secondary to something already approved supersedes a nexus.

[onnit]

If u have time to respond what do I do when the mh examiner downloaded my symptoms and lied about their onset being before service ?

[VictorFritch]

Yesterday I received my second letter from the VA APPOLIGIZING FOR TO DELAY IN PROCESSING MY CLAIM. I FILED FOR THE POST STROKE TEMPORARY IU SEPTEMBER 1 st of 23. And have yet to receive my decision packet. What does this mean?