Veterans’ disability benefits aim to support individuals with injuries or illnesses connected to their military service. These benefits encompass mental health challenges, including substance use disorders. Still, to receive these benefits you must prove a connection between the condition and your military service.

Addictions as a service-connected disability

The Veterans Affairs (VA) recognizes substance use disorders as service-connected disabilities. This means that if your addiction began or worsened due to your military service, you may be eligible for benefits. Importantly, the VA also acknowledges that addiction can come with other conditions. For instance, it can be accompanied by PTSD or anxiety, which are common among Veterans.

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