What condition is also known as situational depression that arises from a specific identifiable stressor?

Adjustment disorder is characterized by the development of emotional or behavioral symptoms in response to an identifiable stressor occurring within three months of the onset of the stressor. This condition is often referred to as situational depression because it relates directly to a specific circumstance that causes significant distress or impairment in functioning.

In cases of adjustment disorder, the symptoms may include feelings of sadness, anxiety, and difficulty coping with the situation. These can manifest in various ways, such as changes in mood or behavior that are disproportionate to the stressor itself.

The context of this disorder emphasizes a clear connection between the stressor (such as loss of a loved one, significant life changes, or job loss) and the emotional response, which distinguishes it from other mental health conditions that may not necessarily have a direct situational cause.

In contrast, other conditions like Reactive Attachment Disorder, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, and Acute Stress Disorder have different diagnostic criteria and relate to varying contexts of emotional responses, often involving more complex trauma or attachment issues rather than a specific, identifiable stressor.