Menu Healthy Lifestyle Diseases & Conditions First Aid Symptoms Tests & Procedures Videos Definitions FAQs Adjustment disorderUpdated: 2017-06-13OverviewAdjustment disorder is a type of stress-related mental condition brought on by a life change. Examples of life change include going away to school or an illness.SymptomsSymptoms include sadness, hopelessness, lack of enjoyment, and crying spells.TreatmentsTreatment may involve counseling, medications, or both. © 1998-2022 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research(MFMER). All rights reserved. Terms of Use