Major Depressive Disorder secondary to Military Sexual Trauma. MST does not require an official report; the VA accepts behavioral markers and lay evidence as corroboration.
Total occupational and social impairment due to gross impairment in thought processes or communication; persistent delusions or hallucinations; grossly inappropriate behavior; persistent danger of hurting self or others; intermittent inability to perform activities of daily living; disorientation to time or place.
Occupational and social impairment with deficiencies in most areas such as work, school, family relations, judgment, thinking, or mood.
Occupational and social impairment with reduced reliability and productivity.
Occupational and social impairment with occasional decrease in work efficiency and intermittent periods of inability to perform occupational tasks.
Mild or transient symptoms which decrease work efficiency only during periods of significant stress, or symptoms controlled by continuous medication.
A mental condition has been formally diagnosed, but symptoms are not severe enough to interfere with occupational and social functioning.
Medical Evidence
Current diagnosis from a qualified healthcare provider, medical records documenting symptoms and treatment history
Service Connection
Evidence linking your condition to military service (service treatment records, incident reports, or nexus letter)
Personal Statement
Your detailed account of how major depressive disorder due to military sexual trauma (mst) affects your daily life and when symptoms began
Lay Evidence
Buddy letters from fellow service members or family who can corroborate your symptoms
During your Compensation & Pension exam for major depressive disorder due to military sexual trauma (mst), examiners will assess your symptoms against the rating criteria above.
Be specific: Describe your worst day, not your average day
Document everything: Bring copies of all medical records and evidence
Functional impact: Explain how symptoms affect work, sleep, and daily activities
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