Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
nervous breakdown
Noun
/ˈnɜːrvəs ˈbreɪkdaʊn/
Definition
A nervous breakdown is a period of intense mental distress or emotional turmoil, often leading to an inability to perform daily activities.
Examples
- After months of stress at work, she experienced a nervous breakdown.
- He realized he was heading towards a nervous breakdown due to the pressure of his responsibilities.
- Seeking therapy helped him recover from his nervous breakdown and regain control over his life.
Meaning
It generally refers to an overwhelming response to stress, when a person feels unable to cope and may require professional help.
Synonyms
- Emotional collapse
- Mental breakdown
- Stress-induced crisis
- Anxiety attack
- Nervous collapse
