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Adjustment Disorder

Adjustment Disorder Therapy

Adjustment Disorder

Adjustment Disorder is a type of stress-related mental illness.  It is a short-term condition that occurs when a person has great struggle coping with, or adjusting to, a particular source of stress.  Some sources include marriage, divorce, starting school or staring a new job.  You may feel anxious or depressed and normal daily routines may feel overwhelming.  In essence, you have a hard time adjusting to change in your life, and it has serious consequences.
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Behavioral Symptoms

  • Frequent crying jags
  • Fighting with other people
  • Being unusually argumentative
  • Ignoring bills and other financial obligations
  • Avoiding friends, family, and loved ones
  • Poor work or school performance
  • Being late to work or school frequently
  • Excessive absenteeism
  • Vandalizing and destroying property

Psycho-Social Symptoms

  • Sadness
  • Loss of self-esteem
  • Feeling isolated, apart from others
  • Hopelessness
  • Inability to feel joy or pleasure
  • Anxiety and nervousness
  • Feeling “on-edge”
  • Feelings of being overwhelmed
  • Self-harm
  • Thoughts of suicide
"Courage doesn't always roar. Sometimes courage is the little voice at the end of the day that says I'll try again tomorrow."

-Mary Anne Radmacher

Helpful Resources For Adjustment Disorder

Heathline.com offers helpful information and trusted health advice for people who are suffering from Adjustment Disorder.
WebMD.com is a great resource for people looking for information, treatment, symptoms and advice on many conditions or disorders such as Adjustment Disorder.
Make The Connection. Learn the signs and symptoms of adjustment disorder. Hear stories from other Veterans. Find treatment options for adjustment disorders.