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I think the term you are looking for is "Mental Anguish and Distress". In the litigious society we live in, it is possible to sue for nearly anything. (Personal opinion: if there has truly been significant damage done to your health, mental state, or general well-being, a suit may be in order. But don't be frivolous.)

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Mental distress is very difficult to prove in a court of law, however it can be done. To prove that mental distress was inflicted upon an individual, the individual should provide written documentation from a psychiatrist or counselor that the incident caused emotional harm.

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In States which do not have no-fault divorce, this may be grounds.

If the elements of the torts of intentional infliction of emotional distress or negligent infliction of emotional distress are satisfied, liability may attach if so ordered by a court. You can file such a lawsuit even not incident to a divorce or annulment.

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It is possible to sue over mental anguish but it is often hard to prove unless you can get it on tape or via email and usually there needs to be solid proof.

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You can sue someone for mental anxiety. You will need to make sure you have plenty of evidence in order to proceed with this. It would also be a good idea to hire an attorney.

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My ex has caused me sleepless nights, the desire to drink alcohol to relieve stress and a constant fear of her causing problems in my life which causes me to retreat from any social life

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