The mental health condition that is called adjustment disorder is also commonly referred to by many people as situational depression. This is simply because the individuals who suffer from this disorder commonly display depression symptoms such as feelings of hopelessness, tearfulness, and a decreased interest in activities or even their job. The different between major depression and an adjustment disorder, the individual with this condition generally begin experiencing the symptoms of depression when and outside event has occurred to trigger responses that can appear to be depression. Some situations that may cause this would include the following.
- Death of a family member or loved one
- A close relationship or marriage that has ended
- Some type of accident
- A change or loss of a job
- Disasters that include hurricanes, floods, or fires
- The development of an illness
- Major changes in their life such as the birth of a baby, a marriage, or job retirement
- Ending up as the victim of a serious crime
Generally when the individual has had time to adapt to these changes and situations, the symptoms they are experiencing will lessen and then go away completely.
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