Raj has been having an intense and troubling emotional response to stress. He has tried to deal with these feelings on his own but has been unsuccessful, and his social life is suffering greatly. What is the best step for him to take?

Raj’s distress is intense, his attempts to manage it alone have not worked, and his social life is suffering. These are signs that he should get support from a trained professional, who can assess what is happening and suggest appropriate help. Suppressing his feelings or continuing to cope on his own may leave the problem unaddressed.

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