What Is Phase Of Life Adjustment Anxiety?
Change is a natural part of life. At some point in their lives everyone may experience illness, marriage, divorce, empty-nest syndrome, work problems, or another event that dramatically affects their normal routine or creates a new environment. Sufferers of Phase of Life Adjustment Anxiety experience a serious emotional jolt when they’re not able to adjust to these changes. The anxiety they feel serves as a trigger for stress that interferes with their daily lives.
How To Recognize Phase Of Life Adjustment Anxiety
People are extremely vulnerable to Phase of Life Adjustment Anxiety during normal transitional periods such as adolescence, mid-life, and late-life. Symptoms for this condition often appear when a person has to adjust to a new environment, new place, new school, or a new relationship.
Such changes can result in feelings of:
- Insecurity
- Worry
- Helplessness
- Being driven to a reckless state of mind
Both Men and Women Are Susceptible
People who have a diagnosed case of illness, continuance of medical therapy, or who experienced frequent moving in their childhood are more susceptible to developing this condition. It can arise in men and women of any age, although among adults, women are more vulnerable. Symptoms typically develop within 3 months of the beginning of a stressful problem and usually continue for approximately 3-6 months.
How Is Phase Of Life Adjustment Anxiety Treated?
Therapy can help lessen or alleviate the ongoing symptoms of Phase of Life Adjustment Anxiety before they become disabling. For some, group therapy is suggested so sufferers can understand that others are experiencing the same concerns and problems.
What We Treat
The Center for Treatment and of Anxiety and Mood Disorders specializes in treating a wide variety of disorders including:
- Stress Disorders
- Sexual Dysfunction
- Substance Abuse/Alcohol Abuse
- ADD/ADHD
- Eating Disorders
- Menopausal Anxiety
- Other addictions and disorders
Types of Therapy
The Center offers cutting edge therapy designed to get you on the road to a speedy recovery. We will help you to learn how to live your daily life free from the fears or compulsions that inhibit you or your child’s ability to complete each day’s tasks.
More Ways to Get Help Now
We offer cognitive behavior therapy, psychodynamic psychotherapy, mindfulness meditation, group therapy. and medication. Depending on your needs, here’s how you can get help now:
Online or Phone
Therapy
For individuals around the country or those wanting help from the comfort of your own home, we offer therapy via Facetime, Skype or phone.
In Person
Treatment
We have professionals available 7 days a week. Our offices are conveniently located in the Boca/Delray area.
Intensive Weekend
Programs
For those who prefer a more short-term approach we offer weekend sessions for individuals or groups. Perfect for those with a less flexible work schedule.