Adjustment disorders

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Adjustment disorder
In psychology, adjustment disorder refers to a psychological disturbance that develops in response to a stressor. Adjustment disorders are caused by specific sources of stress, such as severe personal crisis (divorce, death of loved one, recent abuse, recent job changes) or major unexpected negative events (tornado or fire destroys a person's home). The usual symptoms mimic depressionanxiety, or sleep disorder; however the disturbance disorder is short-term and can usually be treated with counselling or mild short-term medication. If the problem persists more than six months after removal of the stressor, the person may have a more permanent problem, such as a chronic mood or sleep disorder. For related DSM codes see DSM IV Adjustment_Disorders
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Adjustment disorders
An adjustment disorder is a debilitating reaction, usually lasting less than six months, to a stressful event or [more]Adjustment disorders - Community and Resources


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