Topic Overview
You go through many transitions, or changes, in your life. They can
be good, bad, or just something different. Transitions include getting married
or divorced, moving, a new baby, a new job, or changes in your health.
All transitions can be stressful. Even a good transition, such as
getting a better job, is a change and can cause stress.
During a transition, you may not feel sure of yourself. You may feel
that you have lost something or feel nervous about the change. If you feel this
way during a transition, you may notice more intense symptoms of
post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
- You may not sleep well and may have
nightmares.
- You may feel more anxious or nervous.
- You
may feel distant from friends.
- You may feel angry, sad, or
depressed.
The worries that a transition brings usually go away as you adjust to
the change. To help yourself during this time, you can:
- Get enough sleep.
- Eat
well.
- Get exercise.
- Avoid alcohol and drugs.
- Talk to family and friends about it.
If your PTSD symptoms are still bad months after the transition, see
your doctor.
Credits
ByHealthwise Staff
Primary Medical ReviewerAdam Husney, MD - Family Medicine
Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine
Specialist Medical ReviewerJessica Hamblen, PhD - Post Traumatic Stress Disorder