Changing and developing characters gradually is an art form, and one that many writers do well.
One of the reasons I'm deeply interested in certain TV shows is because of the development of the characters I love.
Starting with a character who is set in their ways, and making them change drastically for no reason is a mistake I've seen many TV/Film writers make.
Having a stand up, well adjusted character devolve into miserable, desperate ones can be a quick process. It can either be a series of several events, or one big event. Breaking down a character mentally needs to be creative. Why do these events affect them so much? This especially needs to be thought of if it's a series of several small events.
Making miserable characters develop into less miserable characters is a more delicate process. Feeling like crap is harder to undo than feeling good, but it's both fun, and rewarding.
Describe what a character who never or rarely smiles feels when s/he smiles just a little. The way the muscles around their mouth are a little stiff. The way their heart/ chest/ shoulders feel lighter.
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