What Is Adjustment Disorder?
7. What Are Treatment Options?
Most people who are diagnosed only need short-term treatment options. Symptoms usually diminish after six months, so individuals affected typically only need short-term treatment options. The goal of adjustment disorder treatment is to restore normal functioning and reduce stress and difficult emotions to a healthy, manageable level.
The most common treatment option is cognitive-behavioral therapy. This talk therapy helps create healthy habits and self-talk. Therapists work with individuals to recognize negative thoughts and find healthy alternatives to reduce symptoms and severity of symptoms. Long-term therapy, group therapy and family therapy all have shown promising results for assisting an individual and affected family members. If necessary, medication can also be prescribed for sleep issues, anxiety or depressed thoughts.
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