I was denied in 98 and again in 21, but now I'm fighting for compensation work a vengeance. It helps to have something to fight for, I'm so sick of feeling like crap over something that happened almost 30 years ago and still ruins my life. Keep fighting brothers and sisters!
It's been well over 30 years for me....I finally now can come forward to face this. For the first time ever in my life, I am now talking about this! I still have anxiety over these events.
I'm a man. It's been 29 years since this happened to me, and it's still extremely difficult to discuss, which is why I've never talked with anyone about it and just kept it bottled in...it's just so shameful. But, in order for me to start going on with my life, I need to start talking about it. I'm starting my VA Disability claim for Tinnitus, but I'm going to have to gather up the courage and talk to my VSO about it. There is a definite correlation to the depression diagnosis in my VA medical records and the MST. Please, take it from someone who has let this run their life for almost 30 years: If it happened to you, talk about it. Don't let it ruin your life too.
I didn't report it and it happened 36 years ago. My life has gotten gradually worse to the point I have no relationships with ANYONE other than my children. I was told I suffer PTSD. I begin therapy soon.
I've had the paperwork in my drawer for a month to file a claim for MST and I'm scared to fill it out. It happened to me right out of boot camp and I'm 57 now. I finally came out and told someone 6 months ago
@@coolhluke8089 I’m so sorry. How are you doing? I hope all of you receive the help that you need, and overcome that trauma by sick , depraved, mentally ill lunatics
It happened to me too. Just because you're a guy don't think it can't happen. Im seeing a therapist once a month trying to get things back together. All I can say is, if it happens to you please tell someone. Holding onto it only makes it worse.
Just watch your arse on everything you do, say & write. The VA is not your friend. Know this & understand what it means going in. Stay patient. The backpay lump sum will compensate you for the time waiting. Stay Strong 💪🏽
It's a good thing that the VA has finally updated their system for MST to make it easier for those of us who it happened over 30 years ago to actually put a claim in with no police reports ect
In listening to you it was like you knew my story .The story I have tried to keep hidden. I have attempted to file a claim for the last threes years.I get stuck with having to tell my story. I know that I have nothing to feel ashamed about and that I was not the person in the wrong, I want to thank yo for your video.
Same girl. A little piece of advice that got me through it. Is pick a week when your daily obligations can be lessened. And then in the evening, just sit down with your laptop, start at the very beginning, and write the story. Your memories will come to you in that moment, as you sadly relive it. It’s hard, it hurts, and it will leave you a bit wrecked for a few days. But you need to do it. In the privacy of your own home, alone at night, tell that story. Then you will have a completed personal statement for your claim, and the C&P examiner gets a copy of that. So you never have to repeat that story again. This is what I did, my exam is in a few days. God bless.
I am 55 now, happened to me...I got out the army in 88 and it still haunts me to this day, bad dreams and all but have been extremely ashamed to speak of it.. im at 80% for anxiety and panic attack and other things... never heard of MST until now.. can i file for somatic syndrome or ptsd due to this incident.. can i file for 100%
I am 100% PTSD delayed onset from mst. I believe the death of my husband years later triggered the PTSD my basic training was pure hell unlike the normal basic training. Everyone in my battalion saw the constant harassment from one of my drill Sgts. We were allowed to use the phones but he would secretly tell me I had to call him. During our field exercises he would send my battle buddy to sick call or other things so I would be alone. The commander asked me the next day why I got out of my tent last night and I said it was drill sgt ortiz not me. He didn’t do anything. Shld I seek out everyone i went to basic training with?
This happened to me…MST in 1999. VA granted me 30% PTSD for Iraq, but I don’t think they gave me anything for the MST. Is it possible an increase for MST? It’s in my medical record..MST.
(PTSD MST)I just found a notarized, court filed affidavit, signed by my rapist (who got me pregnant and who, after returning from deployment, pursued custody of the child we conceived so that he could get BAH and BAQ in his paycheck). He was a SFC at the time of the incident and I was a PFC. In his sworn statement he said that I had committed multiple batteries, attempted suicide once (and he gave the date which was only 10 months after discharge and 7 months after I had the baby), that I have, since that date, "showed a steady decline in my ability to function in society and as a parent and developed an alcohol and drug problem which is evidenced by the following...". He further goes on to describe just about every sign and symptom in the 70% and 100% rating schedule, then signs it before a Notary and files it into the suit record. I had previously tried to request the medical records from the suicide attempt in Jan 05 but was told they had been destroyed already. I have my C&P exam tomorrow and am wondering if this court documentation I found and downloaded from the clerk of court website should be considered as sufficient evidence to 1)validate my statement of suicide attempt Jan 05? 2) If so, shouldn't there be a presumption of service connection? My discharge date was February 2004, I had the baby June 2004, Suicide attempt by benzo overdose on January 5, 2005. Any prompt info would be greatly appreciated. Today is Monday Aug 10, C&P exam tomorrow Tuesday, Aug 11, 2020. Thanks in advance.
I am very sorry, we would not be able to advise you on this as we are not your representation. We are truly sorry for what you have gone through. For help with this, please get in touch with a Veteran's Service Officer. We wish you the best.
I didn't know that I could claim MST. I'm starting my C&P exams this week.. is this something that could be added somehow if I talk about it during my exams?
Hi there Hayley, it can be a little tricky. MST as a disability cannot be claimed but you can claim a condition that was caused or aggravated by the MST, such as mental health issues (PTSD, depression, etc) and physical injuries. Also, very coincidental but we do have a new video on MST with a C&P examiner being released in the next couple of days. Stay tuned.
When will anyone use the word "rape"!? Rape IS a violent act, a crime and is illegal in the world. Working in a Active Duty environment does not make it okay. I have gone thru so many MST PTSD programs and I know this is a touchy subject for the therapists & Vets, but I keep NOT hearing the descriptive terminology, are you afraid to mouth that word out loud? That is how you describe one type of MST, but there is a difference between harassment and "the" act. It's called rape to the one being attacked, not to be confused with anything else. My multiple attacks happened 45 years ago and has ruined my life. Only now starting the claims and working on a better life. Good luck to all and justice for all
I have been diagnosed with ptsd and I also tried to claim mst. I tried to report it back when it happened when I was "taken advantaged of" by a female nco while I had been drinking. But my nco told me to "quit being a b****" so it I never really got to have it formally reported. How can I get a higher rating because I was just given a 60% rating given to me. I haven't been able to keep a steady job since I've separated back in 2007. Nor have I been able to stay in relationship. I could easily say I've had at least 15 jobs easy as well as I can nor Stay in a relationship. What can I do to higher my ratingM?
Hi Angel, we are so sorry to hear about the struggles you have been through. We do have a great written blog with more information about this that I have linked here www.hillandponton.com/mst-ptsd-what-veterans-need-to-know/ We hope that this will help you!
Wow that's terrible, Yasmin. We see far too many veterans have a bad experience at the C&P Examinations. If you need help appealing your denial feel free to reach out to us: 800-257-4400 or www.hillandponton.com/free-case-evaluation/va-evaluation/ Additionally, we have a new video with a C&P Examiner going up soon! Stay tuned for that to get a better understanding behind the doctor's point of view.
Hi Yamin, we are so sorry to hear that. We have more information on our website about MST. I have linked one of our written blogs here www.hillandponton.com/mst-ptsd-what-veterans-need-to-know/ We hope that your husband is able to get the help and support he needs.
If you get raped or sexual assaulted and you wait 10 years 20 years to report it where there's absolutely no evidence just your word and you ruin someone's life because of that that's that's wrong because you have no evidence there's no physical evidence there's no video evidence just your word that's not good enough for me to believe you I got to have proof evidence if you're going to put someone in jail or something they should have to have evidence
I was denied in 98 and again in 21, but now I'm fighting for compensation work a vengeance. It helps to have something to fight for, I'm so sick of feeling like crap over something that happened almost 30 years ago and still ruins my life. Keep fighting brothers and sisters!
It's been well over 30 years for me....I finally now can come forward to face this. For the first time ever in my life, I am now talking about this! I still have anxiety over these events.
I'm a man. It's been 29 years since this happened to me, and it's still extremely difficult to discuss, which is why I've never talked with anyone about it and just kept it bottled in...it's just so shameful. But, in order for me to start going on with my life, I need to start talking about it. I'm starting my VA Disability claim for Tinnitus, but I'm going to have to gather up the courage and talk to my VSO about it. There is a definite correlation to the depression diagnosis in my VA medical records and the MST. Please, take it from someone who has let this run their life for almost 30 years: If it happened to you, talk about it. Don't let it ruin your life too.
Absolutely true, Ken. Good to hear you're taking the necessary steps to get help with your claim. Best of luck to you
I'm a man and it happened to me. I have a lawyer. I'm 50 percent as of last year in appeal for increase for PTSD and MST
Good for you at 50%, but keep pushing for higher. Did you report when it happened?
I didn't report it and it happened 36 years ago. My life has gotten gradually worse to the point I have no relationships with ANYONE other than my children.
I was told I suffer PTSD.
I begin therapy soon.
I've had the paperwork in my drawer for a month to file a claim for MST and I'm scared to fill it out.
It happened to me right out of boot camp and I'm 57 now. I finally came out and told someone 6 months ago
@@coolhluke8089 I’m so sorry. How are you doing? I hope all of you receive the help that you need, and overcome that trauma by sick , depraved, mentally ill lunatics
@@coolhluke8089 I can help you file this claim if your ready to address this.
No doubt veterans need this info and love your presentation..veterans need to file their claims
It happened to me too. Just because you're a guy don't think it can't happen. Im seeing a therapist once a month trying to get things back together. All I can say is, if it happens to you please tell someone. Holding onto it only makes it worse.
Thank you so much for sharing a bit of your story. Like you said, it's incredibly important to reach out and get help if this happens.
Just watch your arse on everything you do, say & write. The VA is not your friend. Know this & understand what it means going in. Stay patient. The backpay lump sum will compensate you for the time waiting. Stay Strong 💪🏽
17 years later and now im finally trying g to get help for this.....
Same here. I’m just now talking to VA about this
It's a good thing that the VA has finally updated their system for MST to make it easier for those of us who it happened over 30 years ago to actually put a claim in with no police reports ect
If American's weren't so caught up on a person's sexual orientation. male sexual assault would be reported more.
Thank you for making this video.
Isn't a nexus letter required when filing the PTSD/MST claim? VA doctors will not write nexus letters or DBQs.
In listening to you it was like you knew my story .The story I have tried to keep hidden. I have attempted to file a claim for the last threes years.I get stuck with having to tell my story. I know that I have nothing to feel ashamed about and that I was not the person in the wrong, I want to thank yo for your video.
Same girl. A little piece of advice that got me through it. Is pick a week when your daily obligations can be lessened. And then in the evening, just sit down with your laptop, start at the very beginning, and write the story. Your memories will come to you in that moment, as you sadly relive it. It’s hard, it hurts, and it will leave you a bit wrecked for a few days. But you need to do it. In the privacy of your own home, alone at night, tell that story. Then you will have a completed personal statement for your claim, and the C&P examiner gets a copy of that. So you never have to repeat that story again. This is what I did, my exam is in a few days. God bless.
Rape was made an occupational hazard at fort hood us army between 2006-2009
I am 55 now, happened to me...I got out the army in 88 and it still haunts me to this day, bad dreams and all but have been extremely ashamed to speak of it.. im at 80% for anxiety and panic attack and other things... never heard of MST until now.. can i file for somatic syndrome or ptsd due to this incident.. can i file for 100%
Hi Frank, thank you for sharing. It is possible to file for an increased rating for your mental conditions related to your MST incident.
I am 100% PTSD delayed onset from mst. I believe the death of my husband years later triggered the PTSD my basic training was pure hell unlike the normal basic training. Everyone in my battalion saw the constant harassment from one of my drill Sgts. We were allowed to use the phones but he would secretly tell me I had to call him. During our field exercises he would send my battle buddy to sick call or other things so I would be alone. The commander asked me the next day why I got out of my tent last night and I said it was drill sgt ortiz not me. He didn’t do anything. Shld I seek out everyone i went to basic training with?
This sounds similar to my experience. I don’t remember my drill sgts name so I dont even know how to start a claim
@@eofarrill89 does the C&P require names
mY interview was well done and needed even if I don't win
This happened to me…MST in 1999. VA granted me 30% PTSD for Iraq, but I don’t think they gave me anything for the MST. Is it possible an increase for MST? It’s in my medical record..MST.
Yes! Keep going, over & over if necessary.
Happened to me. Keep getting denied by va which is the va calling a liar which is wrong and doesn't help the situation.
(PTSD MST)I just found a notarized, court filed affidavit, signed by my rapist (who got me pregnant and who, after returning from deployment, pursued custody of the child we conceived so that he could get BAH and BAQ in his paycheck). He was a SFC at the time of the incident and I was a PFC. In his sworn statement he said that I had committed multiple batteries, attempted suicide once (and he gave the date which was only 10 months after discharge and 7 months after I had the baby), that I have, since that date, "showed a steady decline in my ability to function in society and as a parent and developed an alcohol and drug problem which is evidenced by the following...". He further goes on to describe just about every sign and symptom in the 70% and 100% rating schedule, then signs it before a Notary and files it into the suit record. I had previously tried to request the medical records from the suicide attempt in Jan 05 but was told they had been destroyed already. I have my C&P exam tomorrow and am wondering if this court documentation I found and downloaded from the clerk of court website should be considered as sufficient evidence to 1)validate my statement of suicide attempt Jan 05? 2) If so, shouldn't there be a presumption of service connection? My discharge date was February 2004, I had the baby June 2004, Suicide attempt by benzo overdose on January 5, 2005. Any prompt info would be greatly appreciated. Today is Monday Aug 10, C&P exam tomorrow Tuesday, Aug 11, 2020. Thanks in advance.
I am very sorry, we would not be able to advise you on this as we are not your representation. We are truly sorry for what you have gone through. For help with this, please get in touch with a Veteran's Service Officer. We wish you the best.
I didn't know that I could claim MST. I'm starting my C&P exams this week.. is this something that could be added somehow if I talk about it during my exams?
Hi there Hayley, it can be a little tricky. MST as a disability cannot be claimed but you can claim a condition that was caused or aggravated by the MST, such as mental health issues (PTSD, depression, etc) and physical injuries. Also, very coincidental but we do have a new video on MST with a C&P examiner being released in the next couple of days. Stay tuned.
I was a victim of military sexual assault. And it bothers me everyday.
I am so sorry, Analis. I hope you can find support. I experienced it, too. It’s very hard to talk about it.
When will anyone use the word "rape"!? Rape IS a violent act, a crime and is illegal in the world. Working in a Active Duty environment does not make it okay. I have gone thru so many MST PTSD programs and I know this is a touchy subject for the therapists & Vets, but I keep NOT hearing the descriptive terminology, are you afraid to mouth that word out loud? That is how you describe one type of MST, but there is a difference between harassment and "the" act. It's called rape to the one being attacked, not to be confused with anything else. My multiple attacks happened 45 years ago and has ruined my life. Only now starting the claims and working on a better life. Good luck to all and justice for all
I have been diagnosed with ptsd and I also tried to claim mst. I tried to report it back when it happened when I was "taken advantaged of" by a female nco while I had been drinking. But my nco told me to "quit being a b****" so it I never really got to have it formally reported. How can I get a higher rating because I was just given a 60% rating given to me. I haven't been able to keep a steady job since I've separated back in 2007. Nor have I been able to stay in relationship. I could easily say I've had at least 15 jobs easy as well as I can nor Stay in a relationship. What can I do to higher my ratingM?
Hi Angel, we are so sorry to hear about the struggles you have been through. We do have a great written blog with more information about this that I have linked here www.hillandponton.com/mst-ptsd-what-veterans-need-to-know/ We hope that this will help you!
It happened to meat fort Lee Virginia 2006
We know it can't be easy to share that, Richard, so thank you. Hopefully you're being taken care of with VA benefits.
Oh My God...that's where my assault happened in 1995. I'm 70% service connected ptsd mst
It happens! Sad but true, I was denied 😔 stupid C & p trick me onto saying something that had nothing to do with my mst.
Wow that's terrible, Yasmin. We see far too many veterans have a bad experience at the C&P Examinations. If you need help appealing your denial feel free to reach out to us: 800-257-4400 or www.hillandponton.com/free-case-evaluation/va-evaluation/
Additionally, we have a new video with a C&P Examiner going up soon! Stay tuned for that to get a better understanding behind the doctor's point of view.
I have received NO HELP,
Hi there Michael, sorry to hear that. Have you already filed a claim?
Or Drugged
This is what my husband when through 🥺🥺🥺
Hi Yamin, we are so sorry to hear that. We have more information on our website about MST. I have linked one of our written blogs here www.hillandponton.com/mst-ptsd-what-veterans-need-to-know/ We hope that your husband is able to get the help and support he needs.
I disliked your comment because your husband endured trauma while simply trying to serve our country. Sigh.
If you get raped or sexual assaulted and you wait 10 years 20 years to report it where there's absolutely no evidence just your word and you ruin someone's life because of that that's that's wrong because you have no evidence there's no physical evidence there's no video evidence just your word that's not good enough for me to believe you I got to have proof evidence if you're going to put someone in jail or something they should have to have evidence