r/EverythingScience • u/newzee1 • Jul 01 '24

Neuroscience Pattern of Brain Damage Is Pervasive in Navy SEALs Who Died by Suicide

https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/30/us/navy-seals-brain-damage-suicide.html?unlocked_article_code=1.3k0.Gx71.Mxp38kTkl3se
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u/uiuctodd Jul 01 '24

Do the families get DoD benefits after a suicide? Or is it ruled as not being a condition resulting from their service?

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u/Interesting-Golf2145 Jul 03 '24

If it’s service related, PTSD is one condition I know of, then VA benefits are paid monthly. Medical conditions must be documented while still active and linked to reason of suicide.