A mood disorder is a mental health condition that primarily affects a person's persistent emotional state. Mood disorders can drastically impact daily functioning and quality of life. The two main categories are depressive disorders and bipolar disorders.
Major depressive disorder involves prolonged and pervasive feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and loss of interest. Symptoms may include:
Other types of depressive disorders include:
Effective treatments for depression include psychotherapy, medications like SSRIs, and brain stimulation therapies. Lifestyle changes like exercise can also help boost mood.
If you think you may have depression, reach out to a mental health professional right away for an evaluation. The compassionate doctors at Harmony Hormone Center provide cutting-edge testing and treatment plans tailored to your unique needs.
Bipolar disorder involves cycles of high energy mood states called mania/hypomania and low energy states of depression. Manic episodes may include:
Hypomanic episodes are less severe. Bipolar depression resembles major depressive disorder. Treatment often involves:
Tracking mood episodes helps doctors diagnose bipolar disorder accurately. The hormone balance experts at Harmony Hormone Center offer advanced testing to provide clarity. Reach out today for personalized care!
I hope this overview on mood disorders has been helpful! Let me know if you have any other questions. Wishing you happiness and balance in the new year ahead!