Anxiety disorders - 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund claims

Types and symptoms of anxiety disorders

The most common group of mental health conditions in the United States is anxiety disorders. According to the ADAA Anxiety & Depression Association of America, an estimated 40 million adults are affected by these mental disorders every year.

The following are the typical signs and symptoms of anxiety disorders, as listed by the Cleveland Clinic:

• excessive worry and fear
• irritability and restlessness
• difficulty concentrating
• fatigue and muscle tension
• heart palpitations
• nausea
• cold hands
• dry mouth
• insomnia

Anxiety disorders encompass a range of mental conditions. If you have been diagnosed with any of the following, you may qualify for a 9/11 VCF claim.

• generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)
• panic disorder
• specific phobia
• agoraphobia (fear of spaces where escape feels difficult)
• social anxiety disorder
• separation anxiety disorder
• selective mutism

Keep in mind that anxiety disorders are treatable. However, only a little over 35% of those diagnosed with an anxiety disorder receive professional medical treatment for their condition.

If you were diagnosed with any anxiety disorder listed above, then you may be eligible for a 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund claim. Take action today and apply for a VCF claim with ELG Law.