Life transitions can be anticipated or unexpected, positive or challenging, and they often bring about shifts in roles, identities, routines, or relationships. Life transitions can lead to a range of emotions, including excitement, anxiety, sadness, grief, stress, or uncertainty. Some transitions may bring joy and fulfillment, while others may lead to increased stress, anxiety, or depression. Changes in roles or relationships during transitions can affect social interactions, communication, and support networks. Transitions may strain or strengthen relationships, leading to changes in social dynamics and support systems.
Life Transitions
Developmental Transitions
These include milestones like adolescence, entering adulthood, starting a career, graduating, getting married, becoming a parent, or retiring.
Relational Transitions
Changes in relationships, such as starting or ending a romantic relationship, marriage, divorce, or the death of a partner.
Career Transitions
Changes in work or career, such as starting a new job, career advancement, retirement, or unemployment.
Health-related Transitions
Health challenges, illness, injury, or chronic conditions that impact daily life and functioning.
Geographical Transitions
Moving to a new city or country, adjusting to a new environment, or transitioning between homes.