The key component to overcoming stress is to not feel trapped--to realize, even if it isn't appealing, you do have a choice in changing or ending the situation. A student in college completely stressed out can take the semester off, etc. We feel the most stressed when we think there's no way out, and nothing you can do.
As for psych disorders, there's something occurring today in society that is just sad. The perceived stigma of being labeled mentally ill has prevented a lot of people from seeking the help they need.
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