Yes! In short, workers’ compensation benefits are not limited to physical injuries. They can also cover other things, including mental health illnesses — as long as they are a direct result of work-related conditions. However, the connection between the mental health issue and the workplace can be more challenging to establish.
In recent years, issues like work-related stress and trauma have become more recognized. Because of this, workers’ compensation laws have evolved to include mental health conditions. The compensation for such conditions can include coverage for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, depression, and other mental health injuries.
Adequate medical evidence and documentation are the key to proving the case. This could involve getting expert opinions from mental health professionals. The medical evidence will have to show a direct connection between the condition and the workplace.