Mood disorder - Revive Hormone Institute

What is a mood disorder?

A mood disorder is a mental health condition that primarily affects a person's persistent emotional state. Mood disorders can dramatically impact one's quality of life and ability to function. The two main categories are depressive disorders and bipolar disorders.

Depressive Disorders

Depressive disorders involve prolonged feelings of intense sadness, hopelessness, and other debilitating symptoms like fatigue and suicidal thoughts. The most common types are:

• Major depressive disorder: Severe, persistent depression lasting at least 2 weeks. Can include weight changes, sleep issues, loss of interest in activities, etc.
• Persistent depressive disorder: A depressed mood lasting 2 years along with other symptoms that don't fully meet major depression criteria.
• Seasonal affective disorder (SAD): Depression linked to seasonal changes, most commonly winter-onset depression.

Bipolar Disorders

Bipolar disorders involve dramatic mood swings between emotional highs (mania) and lows (depression). The main types are:

• Bipolar I: Manic episodes last at least 7 days along with depressive episodes
• Bipolar II: Hypomanic (less severe mania) and depressive episodes
• Cyclothymic disorder: Numerous hypomanic and depressive periods that last at least 2 years

Proper diagnosis and treatment are crucial for managing mood disorders. Lifestyle changes like stress reduction techniques, therapy, light therapy, and medications can help greatly. For personalized care, consider contacting Revive Hormone Institute about our cutting-edge psychiatric services. With the right plan, those with mood disorders can still live full, rewarding lives.

I hope this overview on mood disorders helps provide some useful background on these challenging conditions that impact many. Please let me know if you have any other questions!