The term "nervous breakdown" is modern and does not appear in the Bible. However, the concept of mental distress and emotional turmoil can be found throughout Scripture. Biblical narratives often depict characters experiencing intense anguish, despair, and overwhelming stress, which could be likened to what we understand today as a nervous breakdown. For instance, the prophet Elijah experienced profound despair after his confrontation with the prophets of Baal and fled into the wilderness, feeling overwhelmed and wishing for death (1 Kings 19:1-8). Similarly, the Psalms frequently articulate feelings of deep sorrow and anxiety, such as in Psalm 42, where the psalmist expresses a sense of despair and longing for God amidst turmoil. These passages highlight the human experience of mental and emotional struggle. While the Bible does not address the concept of a nervous breakdown directly, it offers reassurance through verses like Philippians 4:6-7, which encourages believers not to be anxious but to present their requests to God, promising peace in the midst of turmoil. Thus, the biblical perspective acknowledges human fragility and the need for divine comfort and support in times of distress.