Depression decisions — 2010

The Veteran's major depressive disorder, transverse myelitis, cervical spine arthritis, right optic nerve lesion, superficial arteriovenous aneurysms of the abdominal skin, sore throat, and headaches were not found to be related to service. The Veteran's shortness of breath was attributed to his anxiety and lack of conditioning.,The Veteran's claims for major depressive disorder, transverse myelitis, cervical spine arthritis, right optic nerve lesion, superficial arteriovenous aneurysms of the abdominal skin, sore throat, and headaches were all denied. The claim for shortness of breath was granted.

The Board denied the Veteran's claims of service connection for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, and Depression due to a lack of credible evidence linking these conditions to his military service.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded due to the need for a Travel Board hearing. The claims of service connection for psychiatric disorders, exposure to Agent Orange, and chronic migraine headaches are still pending.

The Board of Veterans' Appeals (Board) has denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder, to include PTSD. The case is being remanded for further development and consideration.

The appellant claims compensation under 38 U.S.C.A. § 1151 for migraine headaches, tinnitus, anxiety and depression, and high blood pressure based on VA treatment from 1997 to 2007. The Board finds that additional records are needed and a medical opinion is required.

The Veteran's appeal has been withdrawn, and the case is dismissed.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for a psychiatric disorder, including PTSD, is being remanded due to the need for additional development and evidence.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's dysthymia and depression are likely attributable to his military service, including events prior to 1997. The claim is granted.

The Board has granted service connection for depression and dysthymic disorder, finding that these conditions are proximately due to the Veteran's service-connected low back and knee disabilities.

The Veteran's death was caused by multiple trauma, closed head injury, and skull fracture due to a motor vehicle collision. His service-connected adjustment disorder with mixed anxiety and depression substantially contributed to his death. The claim for DIC under 38 U.S.C.A. § 1318 is dismissed as the cause of death is not service connected.

The Veteran's hepatitis-C infection and depression are both granted service connection.

The Board has determined that the evidence submitted by the Veteran since the November 1971 RO denial does not constitute new and material evidence, and thus the appeal is denied.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded due to the need for a Travel Board hearing. The issues of service connection for depression and an initial rating in excess of 10 percent for anemia remain unresolved.

The Veteran's claim is being remanded for a VA psychiatric examination to determine if he currently has any psychiatric disorders, including PTSD and major depression, that are related to his period of service.

The Veteran's PTSD with major depression and eating disorder meets the percentage requirements for a schedular award of a TDIU prior to June 8, 2006. However, since June 8, 2006, this disability has presented her from obtaining and retaining substantially gainful employment.

The Veteran's claims for degenerative joint disease of the feet, chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), PTSD, and depression were denied as there is no current diagnosis or verified in-service stressor.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims due to incomplete information regarding his military service dates. The appeal is now pending and will be reconsidered after additional development.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for PTSD has been expanded to include all acquired psychiatric disorders. The case is being remanded for further development, including a VA examination and notification.

The Board found that the Veteran's acquired psychiatric disabilities, including PTSD and major depressive disorder, were not incurred in or aggravated by active service. The claim was denied as there is no verified stressor related to his service.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded due to his request for a personal hearing before the Board. Service connection for PTSD and depressive disorder are both on appeal.