I will be giving you information on how to file claims with the Department of Veterans Affairs. I will tell you the regulation for those of you that may not know. Black and white don’t lie, which means that documentation is Key.Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s triggered by a terrifying event — either experiencing it or witnessing it. Symptoms may include flashbacks, nightmares and severe anxiety, as well as uncontrollable thoughts about the event.