VA disability compensation for PTSD 
Posttraumatic stress can happen after someone goes through a traumatic event such as combat, an assault, or a disaster. Most people have some stress reactions following trauma. But if the reactions don t go away over time or they disrupt your life , you may have posttraumatic stress disorder PTSD. Find out if you can get disability compensation or benefits if you have symptoms of PTSD. Learn more about PTSD 

How do I talk to someone right now? 
If you're a Veteran in crisis or concerned about one , connect with our caring, qualified Veterans Crisis Line responders for confidential help. Many of them are Veterans themselves. This service is private, free, and available 24/7. To connect with a Veterans Crisis Line responder anytime day or night : Call 800 - 273 - 8255 , then select 1. Start a confidential Veterans chat. Text 838255. If you have hearing loss , call TTY : 800 - 799 - 4889. You can also : Call 911. Go to the nearest emergency room. Go directly to your nearest VA medical center. It doesn't matter what your discharge status is or if you're enrolled in VA health care. Find your nearest VA medical center 

Can I get disability benefits from VA? 
You may be able to get disability benefits if you have symptoms related to a traumatic event the stressor or your experience with the stressor is related to the PTSD symptoms , and you meet all of the requirements listed below. All of these must be true : The stressor happened during your service , and You can t function as well as you once could because of your symptoms , and A doctor has diagnosed you with PTSD 

What does VA consider to be a traumatic event? 
We consider any of these to be a traumatic event : You suffered a serious injury, personal or sexual trauma, or sexual violation , or You were threatened with injury, sexual assault, or death 

Who s covered? 
Veterans 

What kind of disability benefits can I get? 
Health care Compensation payments Treatment for PTSD 



user: I need information on VA disability compensation for PTSD.

assistant:  Posttraumatic stress can happen after someone goes through a traumatic event such as combat , an assault , or a disaster . Most people have some stress reactions following trauma . But if the reactions don t go away over time or they disrupt your life , you may have posttraumatic stress disorder PTSD

user: Can I get VA disability benefits for PTSD?

assistant: You may be able to get disability benefits if you have symptoms related to a traumatic event the stressor or your experience with the stressor is related to the PTSD symptoms 

user: Are there requirements I must meet?

assistant: The stressor happened during your service ,and You can t function as well as you once could because of your symptoms ,  and A doctor has diagnosed you with PTSD

user: I don't meet all the requirements.

assistant: Unfortunately you must meet all the requirements.

user: What if I need to talk to someone right now because of my symptoms?

assistant: You can call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.

user: Do I have to file a claim?

assistant: You ll need to file a claim for disability compensation .   you ll also need to fill out one of these additional forms :   A Statement in Support of Claim for Service Connection for Post - Traumatic Stress Disorder VA Form 21 - 0781 .