Depression decisions — 2026

The Board dismissed the claim as there was a full grant of service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder in January 2026, and no case or controversy remains.

The Veteran's appeals regarding effective dates and increased ratings for PTSD with depression and anxiety disorder, as well as DDD lumbar spine, have been withdrawn.

The Board has granted service connection for hypertension on a secondary basis to tinnitus, and remanded the remaining issues due to insufficient evidence.

The Veteran's claims for service connection are remanded due to inadequate verification of in-service exposure and the need for additional VA examinations.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's service-connected major depressive disorder caused him to become obese, which in turn led to his obstructive sleep apnea. As a result, the claim for secondary service connection for obstructive sleep apnea is granted.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities have rendered him unable to secure or follow a substantially gainful occupation since June 12, 2023.

The Veteran's PTSD symptoms, including suicidal ideation and depression, warrant a 100% disability rating effective August 12, 2020.

The Veteran's unspecified depressive disorder and generalized anxiety disorder are granted a 100 percent disability rating, effective from the date of the May 2018 RAMP opt-in. The TDIU claim is also remanded as it is inextricably intertwined with the grant of service connection.

The Board has granted service connection for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) as secondary to the Veteran's service-connected depressive disorder with insomnia, right and left foot hallux valgus, and right ankle strain.

The Board has remanded the case due to a duty to assist error, specifically failing to provide a VA examination in conjunction with this claim. The Veteran's service personnel records indicate disciplinary actions and conflict between him and his superiors, as well as alleged in-service incidents.

The Board denied service connection for PTSD and depression, and denied entitlement to a total disability rating based on individual unemployability due to service-connected disabilities (TDIU). The Veteran's current psychiatric disorder is not related to his active duty service. His left wrist sprain does not meet the criteria for TDIU.

The Board has granted the Veteran's claim for service connection for PTSD as secondary to her service-connected depressive disorder.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for special monthly compensation based on aid and attendance for his spouse, finding that she did not meet the criteria set forth in 38 C.F.R. § 3.352(a) due to her ability to leave the house with assistance.

The Veteran's appeal for an increased disability rating for major depressive disorder and migraine headaches was dismissed as the appeal request was not timely filed.

The Veteran's prostate cancer is related to ionizing radiation during his active service. The Veteran's unspecified depressive disorder is caused by his prostate cancer. Ischemic heart disease and hemorrhagic stroke are not related to the Veteran's service, including exposure to ionizing radiation.,Ischemic heart disease and hemorrhagic stroke were denied as they did not have onset during active service and were not caused by active service; they did not manifest within one year of separation from active service.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for PTSD, with intertwined mental health diagnoses including major depressive disorder, social anxiety disorder, and nightmare disorder is granted.,Service connection for insomnia is denied.

The Board has remanded the case due to a failure to obtain pertinent private medical records and an adequate medical opinion. The Veteran's claims for service connection for unspecified depressive disorder and unspecified anxiety disorder are being reviewed.

The Veteran's claim for additional dependency compensation based on T. C. M.'s school attendance in high school is granted, effective October 1, 2014.

The Board has denied the claim for service connection of an acquired psychiatric disorder, including PTSD, MDD, other specified trauma and stressor related disorder, and GAD, as there is no persuasive evidence that these conditions began during active service or are otherwise related to in-service injuries or diseases.

Your appeal has been dismissed because the Veteran died before a decision was made by the Board.