1. A state of physical and mental exhaustion caused by prolonged stress, overwork, or emotional strain, often characterized by anxiety, depression, and inability to function normally
After months of working overtime, he suffered a nervous breakdown and had to take medical leave.
Depois de meses trabalhando horas extras, ele sofreu um esgotamento nervoso e teve que tirar licença médica.
2. A period of mental health crisis resulting from accumulated stress and fatigue
Her nervous breakdown led to hospitalization and therapy sessions.
O seu esgotamento nervoso resultou em hospitalização e sessões de terapia.