How VA Rates PTSD Disability

This video was recorded in late 2019. Our firm is still practicing social distancing with new videos.
0:00 Introduction
0:24 What happens after your PTSD C&P Exam?
0:43 Does VA rate PTSD in the same way as depression or anxiety?
1:17 What are the ratings for mental health conditions?
1:38 What does a 10% PTSD rating mean?
2:15 What does a 70% PTSD rating mean?
Nightmares, flashbacks, etc.
2:41 Examples of criteria for 70% PTSD
3:12 Suicidal ideation due to PTSD. What is suicidal ideation? What is considered suicidal thoughts?
4:24 What is impaired impulse control?
5:00 Road rage and PTSD example
5:28 Will medical records have information on my PTSD?

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Speakers
Natalia Jofre - SS Director
Rachel Cheek - Attorney