5 It is notable that cognitive behavioral therapy is recognized as an evidence-based treatment for both tinnitus and mental health disorders. 11 Indeed, Veterans diagnosed with tinnitus by VA healthcare providers are twice as likely than those without tinnitus to be diagnosed with mental health or behavioral disorders, including posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, anxiety, and substance use disorders. 4 It is often associated with mental health disorders, a phenomenon that may be physiological as well as psychological in etiology.
Tinnitus can cause concentration difficulties, inability to sleep, agitation, and emotional distress. Many individuals who experience tinnitus are not adversely affected by it however, a substantial proportion reports it to be bothersome and intrusive. 6–8 It has been estimated that those with past military service are about twice as likely to experience tinnitus than their non-military civilian counterparts. 5 Tinnitus is similarly prevalent among active duty Service members, with large numbers also seeking help from military healthcare providers. 3–5 Among the 7.1 million who used VA healthcare between 20, more than 13% were diagnosed with tinnitus. 2 Many Veterans seek help for their tinnitus from healthcare providers. 1, 2 In 2018, nearly 160,000 Veterans began receiving Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) disability compensation for tinnitus, bringing the total number of Veterans that are service-connected for tinnitus to approximately 2.0 million. Tinnitus, the sensation of ringing or other sounds in the ear or head in the absence of acoustic stimuli, is the most prevalent disability among U.S.
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