The Veteran's adjustment disorder has not been productive of occupational and social impairment with deficiencies in most areas, as his symptoms have not reached the level required for a higher rating.
The deciding factor: The Veteran’s symptoms are consistent with a 50 percent disability rating based on reduced reliability and productivity due to anxiety, depression, and difficulty establishing effective work and social relationships.
- Claimed conditions
- Adjustment Disorder with Depression and Anxiety
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 50%
- Decision date
- September 4, 2018
- Citation
- 18131336
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- Remanded (sent back)
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- Remanded (sent back)
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