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Emotional Distress

What is emotional distress?

Emotional distress is a state of psychological discomfort that may involve fear, intense worry, a sense of threat, chest tightness, nervousness, difficulty breathing, palpitations or a feeling of losing control. It may occur temporarily or persist over time and can be associated with anxiety, stress or other emotional difficulties.

When should I seek help for emotional distress?

Professional evaluation is recommended when distress is frequent or intense, interferes with sleep, work, school, relationships or daily activities, or occurs with panic attacks, persistent sadness or difficulty controlling worry.

What specialist treats emotional distress?

Psychologists and psychotherapists can treat emotional distress through psychotherapy, addressing thoughts, emotions and coping strategies for situations that cause distress. Psychiatrists are medical doctors specializing in mental health who can assess anxiety disorders, depression or other associated conditions and consider medication when clinically appropriate. In some cases, both professionals work together.

Find specialists in emotional distress

On MedicosDoc, you can find psychologists and psychiatrists with experience treating emotional distress, anxiety, panic attacks, stress, depression and other emotional concerns. Explore the profiles related to this search and learn about their experience and treatment options.