Particularly for problems in which solutions are not obvious or
difficult to follow through, it is not uncommon for a person to
feel overwhelmed, pressured, depressed or anxious. As a result, the
person may feel helpless - but breaking the problem down into
pieces and tackling each piece step by step might help that person
regain their sense of control. Other times, the problem might not
have a solution and that person may have to learn to accept the
situation. The following factsheets will help with coping during
difficult times.