The Veteran's service-connected PTSD and TBI have resulted in an inability to secure and follow a substantially gainful occupation, warranting a total disability rating based on individual unemployability.
The deciding factor: The evidence shows the Veteran has symptoms that significantly impair his ability to work due to his PTSD and TBI, including depressed mood, anxiety, suspiciousness, chronic sleep impairment, disturbances of mood and motivation, panic attacks, memory loss, difficulty establishing effective social and work relationships, ongoing headaches, sensitivity to light, and problems with dizziness.
- Claimed conditions
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 100%
- Decision date
- February 4, 2025
- Citation
- A25010069
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