What happens to a cat that is abandoned?

A pet cat raised from kittenhood usually lacks self-sufficiency once abandoned. Early on it is very nervous, may hide in corners, and cry out when someone approaches, staying in a prolonged state of stress that lowers immunity and invites disease. Once it accepts the situation, it begins to search for food, but lacking survival skills it can only scavenge near trash bins and is chased by long-term stray cats. Finally, if its adaptability is good it gradually gets used to stray life, but if poor it may die within one or two weeks..