This perception contributes to low self-esteem and may even contribute to the development of anxiety or depression.
Changes are stressful because changes require us to adjust and to adapt. Experiencing too many changes within a brief time period often creates the idea that we aren't in control of events. This perception contributes to low self-esteem and may even contribute to the development of anxiety or depression. In some cases, physical illnesses may develop or get worse when a person's capacity to adapt to change is overwhelmed by too much change.