Adjustment disorder
About Adjustment disorder
A response to stress that results in significant emotional or behavioral symptoms and impairment of function in daily life. The disorder typically causes symptoms of depression, anxiety or both. In severe cases patients may have suicidal thoughts. The symptoms begin within 3 months of a stressful life event.Symptoms
Depression, anxiety, desperation, trouble sleeping, nervousness, and agitation.Tests & Diagnostics
A history and physical exam will be performed.Prescription medications
- Trimipramine
- Protriptyline
- Duloxetine
- Isocarboxazid
- Selegiline Transdermal
- Desvenlafaxine
- Trazodone
- Tranylcypromine
- Phenelzine
- Amoxapine
- Desipramine
- Amitriptyline
- Doxepin
- Nortriptyline
- Fluoxetine
- Nefazodone
- Mirtazapine
- Sertraline
- Paroxetine
- Citalopram
- Clorazepate
- Lorazepam
- Chlordiazepoxide
- Clonazepam
- Mesoridazine Oral
- Hydroxyzine
Conventional treatment summary
Treatment options include talk therapy and/or medications. Medications used include antidepressants and anti-anxiety medications.Medical specialties
Internal Medicine · Psychiatry · Pediatrics · Geriatric Psychiatry · Family Practice · Pediatric and Adolescent Psychiatry
This page is educational content, not medical advice. Always consult a qualified clinician for diagnosis and treatment of Adjustment disorder.