attempted rape during tech school, threatened by sr nco for sex for apr, threatened numerous time. how to file for PTSD?

2020-06-30T15:14:28-04:00

i need to file a ptsd claim for this. i am signed up for therapy and am taking meds but not help so far. There is no proof of this. There is no proof of sexual harassment at that time. What can i do?

Response by SFC Kelly Fuerhoff made Jun 30 at 2020 4:54 PM

2020-06-30T16:54:16-04:00

You probably actually want to file for MST (Military Sexual Trauma) and PTSD.

https://www.va.gov/health-care/health-needs-conditions/military-sexual-trauma/

The link explains how to file a claim for MST but that has resources if you need to talk to someone ASAP.

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Response by PFC Jacquelyn (Jackie) Hall Burrell made Jul 2 at 2020 6:56 PM

2020-07-02T18:56:45-04:00

go to your therapist and ask for a suggestion on who to contact regarding this claim, I went to NYLAG, this is a bunch of lawyers.....really good lawyers that will represent you regarding your claim, they will work with you and be there for you every step along the way... 30 years, no voice, no proof, I just received my claim back for this and was awarded 70% best of luck to you and never give up.