Divorce

The depression that occurs due to traumatic life events such as divorce is different from clinical depression. It’s called adjustment disorder or situational depression. Both clinical depression and situational depression manifest in similar ways.

In some people, depression following divorce can occur with other behaviors, such as:

ignoring responsibilities
avoiding family and friends
performing poorly at work due to a lack of focus
fighting

If you’re experiencing any of these behaviors or you’re feeling depressed after divorce, talk to a counselor who can recommend a course of action or suggest a support network.