definition of adjustment disorder with depressed mood
Definition of Adjustment Disorder with Depressed Mood. Adjustment disorder with depressed mood is caused by a major, stressful event in a person's life and has symptoms similar to major depression.Treatment including therapy and counseling is recommended for this adjustment disorder.he main difference between adjustment disorder with depressed mood and major depression is that the former is caused by an identifiable situation or event that has caused stress in a person's life.