Adjustment disorders occur when an individual has difficulty coping with or adapting to a significant life change or stressful event. Unlike some other mental health conditions that may develop gradually over time, adjustment disorders have a clear triggering event or stressor. The emotional and behavioral reactions that follow are more intense or prolonged than would typically be expected given the circumstances.
Adjustment disorders can profoundly impact a person’s life, often arising unexpectedly in response to stressful events. While
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