When working with acute episodes of change, many clients are able to classify Adjustment Disorder. However, when there are other factors at play, other diagnoses might be more appropriate. One of those factors may be:

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If it has been more than six months since your last episode, Adjustment Disorder may fit again, but it wouldn't if it's been less. Depending upon the age and how long the episode lasts, this could well be depression or anxiety. Each of the above are excellent reasons and cause to reevaluate a diagnosis of someone who has been in therapy before.

When Working with Acute Episodes of Change, Many Clients Are