About Adjustment Disorder
Key Highlights
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Provides a clear diagnosis for disproportionate emotional responses to life stressors.Focuses on developing effective, long-term coping strategies through psychotherapy.Can significantly reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and behavioral issues.Helps restore normal social, occupational, and personal functioning.Treatment is typically short-term and focused on the specific stressor.
Who is this surgery for?
- Development of emotional or behavioral symptoms in response to an identifiable stressor (e.g., divorce, job loss, illness).
- Symptoms cause marked distress that is out of proportion to the severity of the stressor.
- Significant impairment in social, occupational, or academic functioning.
- Symptoms do not meet the criteria for another mental disorder (like major depression) and are not merely an exacerbation of a pre-existing condition.
- Symptoms occur within 3 months of the onset of the stressor and do not persist for more than 6 months after the stressor ends.
How to prepare
- Initial psychiatric evaluation to discuss symptoms, the stressor, and personal history.
- May involve completing standardized questionnaires to assess mood and anxiety levels.
- No physical preparation is required, but being open and honest during the assessment is crucial.
- It can be helpful to note down key symptoms, triggers, and how they impact daily life before the appointment.
- Understanding that treatment is collaborative and requires active participation.
Risks & possible complications
- Psychotherapy has minimal physical risks but can sometimes temporarily increase distress when discussing difficult topics.
- If medication is prescribed, potential side effects depend on the specific drug (e.g., drowsiness, nausea, sexual dysfunction).
- Risk of symptoms worsening or developing into a more chronic condition if left untreated.
- Potential for stigma associated with seeking mental health care.
- Financial cost and time commitment for therapy sessions.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Recovery is centered on learning and applying new coping skills through regular therapy sessions.
- Progress is monitored through reduced symptom severity and improved daily functioning.
- Post-treatment, patients are encouraged to continue practicing learned strategies to prevent relapse.
- Follow-up sessions may be scheduled to ensure stability and address any new challenges.
- Building a strong support system of family and friends aids in long-term recovery.
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Typical hospital stay: Typically outpatient (0 days)
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Expected recovery time: Varies; often 3-6 months of therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering adjustment disorder in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
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The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for adjustment disorder compare across other countries where we have data.
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