The veteran is granted a 70% rating for persistent depressive disorder. The decision is based on the severity of symptoms and their impact on occupational and social functioning.

The deciding factor: The Veteran's symptoms most closely approximate the criteria for a 70 percent rating, resulting in occupational and social impairment with deficiencies in most areas.

Claimed conditions

persistent depressive disorder

How they argued it

Direct service connection

Exposure basis

None

Rating assigned

70%

Decision date

January 23, 2025

Citation

A25006141

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