The appeal for service connection for migraine headaches is dismissed as it has been granted at the AOJ for the entire time on appeal. The claim for an acquired psychiatric disorder was denied due to a lack of evidence linking the condition to service.

The deciding factor: The evidence did not support a finding that the Veteran's mental health issues were related to his military service, and there was no in-service incurrence or aggravation of a disease or injury.

Claimed conditions

migraine headaches, acquired psychiatric disorder (claimed as depression, anxiety, and sleep disturbance)

How they argued it

Direct service connection

Exposure basis

None

Rating assigned

50%

Decision date

March 6, 2025

Citation

A25020527

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