Psychological distress is a term used to describe a range of mental health issues, such as anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder. Two common terms associated with psychological distress are 'ANGST' and 'TRAUMA'. ANGST is a German word that describes a feeling of deep anxiety or dread, while TRAUMA is an emotional response to a deeply distressing or disturbing event. Both of these terms can be used to describe the psychological distress experienced by individuals.