Abigail's 18-year-old son has left home for the first time and now serving in the Army. Since her son's departure, Abigail has been experiencing uncontrolled crying episodes and loneliness. Based on this information, a clinician might diagnose Abigail with a (n)
A) Acute Stress Disorder
B) Adjustment disorder with mixed anxiety and depressed mood
C) Adjustment disorder with depressed mood
D) Adjustment disorder with disturbance of conduct

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Abigail's symptoms of uncontrolled crying and loneliness following her son's departure suggest an adjustment disorder with depressed mood, as she is experiencing emotional distress in response to a significant life change.

Abigail's 18-Year-Old Son Has Left Home for the First Time