Bipolar disorder decisions — 2005

The Board has determined that the veteran's claim for service connection for a psychiatric disorder, other than PTSD, should be remanded due to the need for additional development and examination.

The VA denied an increased rating for bipolar disorder, currently rated at 50 percent.

The Board has remanded the case due to incomplete service personnel records and the need for further psychological evaluations. The veteran's claim will be reconsidered based on the new evidence.

The veteran's son, [redacted], was found to be permanently incapable of self-support due to a mental defect (bipolar disorder) after he turned 18. However, the evidence does not show that he was permanently incapable before his 18th birthday.

The Board has remanded the case due to the need for additional development and notification under the Veterans Claims Assistance Act of 2000.

The Board has decided to remand the veteran's claims for further development due to unclear nature and etiology of his psychiatric disorders, lack of evidence regarding specific stressors, and need for additional examination.