Stress
Rejection
Relationships, family, peer
Rejection itself is not always a mental illness, but repeated or severe rejection can contribute to mental health problems such as:
Depression
Anxiety Disorder
Low self-esteem
Social withdrawal
Stress and emotional trauma
Common signs of emotional distress from rejection include:
Sadness or loneliness
Feeling unwanted or unworthy
Anger or embarrassment
Loss of confidence
Avoiding social interaction