Emotional Sequelae of Termination

Wrongful Termination

Employment is at the centerpiece of many individuals’ sense of self-esteem. When this is unjustly taken away from them, it may impact their mental health as well as their financial circumstance. Individuals can leave angry or depressed or anxious. They may abuse drugs or alcohol. They may develop psychosomatic symptoms such as irritable bowel syndrome, headaches, or fatigue. The psychologist can assist the lawyer in ascertaining whether wrongful termination is the proximate cause of a psychological disorder and the consequent cost of treatment for that condition.