Mood Disorders
Mood Disorders
Mood disorders are more than just bad moods; when people experience extreme sadness, emptiness, and/or irritability that is inconsistent with circumstances and that interferes with someone’s ability to function, it could be a mood disorder rather than simply, a mood.
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Mood disorders are common among Americans and can include the following, some of which are triggered by hormone imbalances and environmental factors:
- Depression – persistent periods of extreme negative feelings
- Bipolar I or Bipolar II – depression coupled with high and low variations in mood over prolonged periods
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) – depression caused by lack of daylight/Vitamin D
- Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder – mood changes affecting women related to monthly hormonal changes
Mood disorders can also occur in people who are abusing substances, experiencing an anxiety issue, and/or dealing with a medical issue that requires medication and may be restricting someone’s abilities to function.
Mood disorders are unlikely to go away without the help of a professional. If you or a loved one is experiencing what could be a mood disorder, seek help from a trusted professional, because mood disorders can be resolved with treatment. Mood disorders can lead to suicidal tendencies and can quickly become severe without warning.
“I knew it was bad when I woke up in the mornings and the only thing I looked forward to was going back to bed.”
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