Acute stress disorder - 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund claims

The connection between acute stress disorder and 9/11

Acute stress disorder (ASD) is a mental health condition that many of the 9/11 victims share. ASD usually manifests in individuals a month after they have experienced an emotionally scarring and traumatic event. Those who witnessed the fall of the Twin Towers may experience significant psychological distress that can impact their day-to-day lives.

Those struggling with ASD may experience the following:

• Unwanted, intrusive thoughts and vivid flashbacks about the traumatic event
• Increased irritability and sudden bursts of anger
• Repeated nightmares
• Loss of memory regarding key details of the traumatic event
• Interrupted sleep
• Inability to concentrate
• Avoiding reminders or places associated with the trauma
• Struggling to feel positive emotions

Living with ASD can be incredibly difficult. This mental health condition can affect both a person's personal and professional life. If your ASD diagnosis is connected to 9/11, know that you may benefit from the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund.

How you can benefit from the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund

The 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund (VCF) provides financial support for those diagnosed with illnesses related to the unfortunate and tragic events of September 11, 2001. With that, a person with a diagnosis of acute stress disorder (ASD) can be eligible for a 9/11 VCF payout.

Eligible individuals may receive financial relief for the pain and suffering caused by ASD, along with compensation for lost income resulting from the impact of the mental health condition on their ability to work. For the claims process, you don't have to worry. You can contact ELG Law for legal assistance regarding filing your 9/11 VCF claim for ASD.