Decompensation refers to the inability of a person to maintain normal psychological functioning due to overwhelming stress or other factors. In the field of psychology, decompensation is often used to describe a deterioration in mental health or the inability to cope with stressors, leading to a breakdown in functioning. This can manifest in various ways, such as a worsening of symptoms in mental disorders, difficulty in managing daily tasks, or experiencing emotional distress that impairs daily functioning. Researchers in this area study the factors that contribute to decompensation, as well as effective strategies for prevention and treatment.