C&P Exams: Mental Health and Anxiety Disorder

Gain valuable insights into navigating the complexities of Generalized Anxiety Disorder and securing the disability benefits you deserve.

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Video Content Breakdown:

00:00 Introduction
00:29 Diagnosis Criteria: Excessive Anxiety and Worry
01:04 Difficulty in Controlling Worry
01:24 Associated Symptoms: Restlessness, Fatigue, Difficulty Concentrating, Irritability, Muscle Tension, Sleep Disturbances
02:05 Disturbance not Better Explained by Another Mental Health Disorder
02:23 Psychological Effects of Substance or Medical Condition
03:06 Benefits of Claiming GAD over PTSD for Veterans
03:41 Evaluation of GAD by the VA: Occupational and Social Impairment
04:37 VA Rating Schedule Overview
05:21 Understanding Social and Occupational Impairment
06:12 Symptoms Review: Suicidal Ideation, Difficulty with Memory, Anxiety, Suspiciousness
07:08 Importance of Competency Determination
07:29 Completing the Disability Benefits Questionnaire (DBQ)
08:55 Unique Considerations: Filing Broad Mental Health Claims
10:30 Avoiding Embellishment or Tough Guy Persona
12:55 Minimizing Information on Traumatic Events Outside Active Duty
16:52 Be Likable: Building Positive Relationships with Examiners