Getting Angry Easily
Just like children, adults also get angry easily. This anger may occur due to family or workplace problems, stress, medical issues, financial problems, depression, suicidal ideations, abuse or addictions and many more. Anger and short temper tendencies can also occur in adults with ADHD (Attention- Deficit/ Hyperactivity Disorder). In such conditions, an individual must consult a therapist or counsellor.

Cellphone Usage
Adults are seen to be using cell phones excessively for various means like talking with family, friends and co-workers, playing video games, chatting through various applications and surfing on internet. Few adults are seen to be addicted to cellphones due to loneliness, depression, withdrawal, anxiety and many more issues. To control such excessive use, one can involve himself in positive activities and seek professional help.

Over- sleeping v/s Under- sleeping (Insomnia)
Adults have a different lifestyle due to factors like working for long hours, switching to night shifts, work from home, late working nights due to international time- zones, family responsibilities, tensions and depression. Adults experience drowsiness very frequently which can also be a result of a poor mental, emotional and psychological state. This can lead to either over-sleeping or under-sleeping (insomnia). If not treated in time, it can cause a sleeping disorder requiring diagnosis and medication.

Addiction
Adulthood is said to be with full of challenges and adults are under totally new demands of life, increasing their risk of addiction due to stress, depression, work pressures, family responsibilities, relationships, financial crisis, heroism and many more factors. As a result, a great number of adults are addicted to cellphone, internet, drug or substance abuse, alcohol, smoking etc. The proper way to handle this issue is through prevention and rehabilitation with the help of doctors, therapists, rehabilitators and counsellors.

Sexual Problems
Many adults both men and women experience sexual problems. These problems become more common as they start to age. These problems may include erectile dysfunction, reduced or lost interest in sex, problems with ejaculation, arousal problems, delay or absence of orgasm or pain and many more leading factors. Stress, illness, medicines and treatments, emotional problems may also be the factors. If these problems persist for a long time, one must see a doctor and therapist.

Mood Swings
In adults, many factors can affect their mood shifts or swings throughout the day. It maybe because of work pressure, family pressure, hormonal changes, sexual problems, financial crisis or negative feelings. Sometimes, mood swings are a symptom of a mental illness which threaten one’s wellbeing. Hence, an individual must consult a doctor and therapist to avoid any mood disorders and improve their wellbeing.

Unstable Emotions
It is common for adults to experience a shift in emotions. There are some early signs and symptoms that an individual shows in their behaviour or thinking pattern such as experiencing emotional imbalance, trouble in calming oneself down, showing impulsive or compulsive behaviour. They may also have disturbed relationships due to experiencing variant emotions which also affects their lifestyle. An individual should seek a professional to help maintain a balance in their emotions.

Depression and other problems
Most adults experience feelings of sadness, low moods, loss of interest or pleasure, resulting in depression. It is also seen that major life events like death of a loved one have also caused depression in adults. Depression may result in loss of sexual desire, loss of appetite, suicidal ideations, negative thinking and a disturbed lifestyle. Early intervention, support, medication and therapy can treat depression and these problems effectively.

Social Withdrawal
Many adults love to spend time with others and socialize with them. But a few of them withdraw themselves and prefer to be alone. It is common in adults where they are socially isolated because of depression, anxiety, inferiority or superiority complex and because they can’t fulfil the social trends and demands, personality traits and many more. If these issues go untreated, it can cause social anxiety disorder or other mental problems.

Major Life Setbacks
It is said that life doesn’t always go in the way one wants it to. So, experiencing some life setbacks is a common characteristic in the adult life. Common life events may include accidents, acute or chronic illness, death of closed ones, failure in career or professional life, marriage, pregnancy and many more. Some adults can’t cope with these setbacks which may lead to depression, anxiety, stress, feelings of inferiority, suicidal thoughts and other mental illness. Professional help and treatment are necessary to overcome the mental impact caused by such life events.

Love affairs and breakups
A love affair causing an unexpected and unwanted breakup can cause considerable amount of stress, anxiety, feelings of emptiness and aloofness, rejection and self -doubt. It can trigger a range of emotions and few may experience depressive moods. At these times, a counsellor shall help the individual in coping with and strengthening their interpersonal relationships and dealing with their breakups.

Financial Problems
Financial problems or financial pressure cause a stressful situation in any adult’s life. Many adults are experiencing it and it affects their mental health. These problems may lead to depression, anxiety, stress, relationship issues, headaches, sleep issues and other mental illnesses. These problems may seem impossible to overcome, but a counsellor along with additional guidance of a financial consultant will be beneficial to overcome the financial pressure.

Career, Job and Competition
Young adults often experience problems while choosing a suitable career, career change and unemployment. Some young adults also experience parental pressure through their expectations while choosing a career. At times, job stress can also lead to anxiety and depression. So, finding a satisfying job and career is considered to be important for our mental wellbeing. Though choosing the most suitable career or job in this world of competition can be stressful or frustrating, the services of a career counsellor will be helpful in easing this stress and frustration.

Time Management and Adjustment
Poor time management skills affect every aspect of one’s life. Adults during work are constantly rushing from one place to another, switching from one role to another role and have a busy schedule. A person having poor time management skills may be poor in punctuality, impatient, having poor planning and priorities, lacking poor judgement, having issues of adjustment at home and other arenas which ultimately leads to poor productivity. A counsellor helps the individual by giving effective tips for planning and management.

Acute v/s Chronic Illness
People in their middle and late adulthood are more prone to acute or chronic illness. The most common illnesses faced by adults are cold, cough, typhoid, malaria and chronic illnesses like hypertension, diabetes, heart disease, cancer, kidney and liver failure which may even result in unfortunate death. Mental illnesses such as giving up attitude, depression, tensions, stress may further aggravate these physical illnesses. A strong mental health can help improve the physical illness faster. The individual is given proper treatment along with health counselling to get a healthy wellbeing.

Transition from Childhood to Adulthood
Every individual experiences difficulty while transitioning from childhood to adulthood. This can be sometimes too exciting or worrying for an individual. Change occurs in their hormones, education, finance, home environment, health needs, social needs, jobs and career and many more. The help of a counsellor is useful to make the individual feel firm and stable.