Life throws us curve balls sometimes. Unexpected life events can be stressful because they can catch us off guard and lead us to feel unprepared to deal with them. How often have you found yourself in a stressful situation where you are not sure how to cope?
Having trouble adjusting to challenging situations often makes everyday life overwhelming – other drivers start to get in your way, your kids seem more demanding, and your boss is driving you mad! You might find yourself not wanting to get out of bed each day, or you might feel more moody than usual. You know yourself better than anyone, so know your warning signs that tell you something isn’t right.
But what is adjustment disorder exactly? When our reaction to a distressing situation is more severe and lasts longer, this condition – often referred to as adjustment disorder – may be the cause. It is nothing to be alarmed about; it just means getting the right help is more important.
There are different types of this condition, including adjustment disorder with depressed mood and/or anxiety. These can manifest as persistent sadness, hopelessness, nervousness or excessive worry following a significant life stressor.
Do you ever find that talking to your friend or partner just doesn’t quite hit the spot? It’s okay to say you are struggling, and you do not have to go through this by yourself.
Regardless of how tough things are for you, talking to a trained Clinical Psychologist will help you learn skills to improve your mood, change your behaviour, and get back to enjoying life! At Life and Mind Psychology, our adjustment disorder treatment typically involves psychological support aimed at helping you develop effective coping strategies and restore emotional wellbeing. We can also help people struggling with emotion regulation, anger management, self-esteem problems, OCD and other negative or unhealthy thought patterns.
Feel free to contact us. We are here to help you get what you want out of life.