How are Complex Psychological Injuries Addressed
Complex psychological injuries occur either indirectly or directly, immediately following trauma or they can develop over time as the result of a changing ability to enjoy life due to loss. Psychological conditions that are the result (or made worse because) of someone else’s negligence may entitle you to compensation.
A psychological condition that arises after some serious trauma may still evolve over time. Depression can make a person unable to work, socialize, lead to excessive weight gain or weight loss, and if a physical injury is also present the depression can exacerbate the physical condition and vice versa. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder often leaves a person unable to engage comfortably in certain situations that trigger memory of the traumatic incident. Trouble sleeping is common and concentrating is often difficult. Anxiety leading to chronic worry can also leave people feeling restless and irritable. Depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder can and do make physical injuries worse.
Psychological injuries require long-term treatments. Some require medications and it may take multiple attempts to find an appropriate therapist, adding to the length of time it takes for progress. Left untreated, psychological injuries can become more and more difficult to resolve.
Compensation for Psychological Injuries
Compensation for psychological injuries can be difficult because of the subjective nature of the diagnoses, treatments, and the perception of the impact on a person’s life. As more people come forward to address the issue, the body of knowledge for dealing with treatment and compensation improves. Certain types of medical professionals have more credibility with the Court. Make sure you know the process for seeking out compensation for a psychological personal injury before proceeding.
Compensation for psychological injuries can be difficult because of the subjective nature of the diagnoses, treatments, and the perception of the impact on a person’s life. As more people come forward to address the issue, the body of knowledge for dealing with treatment and compensation improves. Certain types of medical professionals have more credibility with the Court. Make sure you know the process for seeking out compensation for a psychological personal injury before proceeding.