A mood disorder is any mental condition that primarily affects a person’s emotional state. There are different types of mood disorders and people suffering from them experience significant changes in their moods, going from one extreme to the other. Certain mood disorders can lead to depression, mania, anger, irritability, and changes in behavior that can affect a person’s social and professional life.
The most common mood disorders are Major Depression, Dysthymia, Bipolar disorder, and Cyclothymia. Sometimes mood disorders can be triggered by a medical condition or substance abuse.
Treatment for mood disorders may include therapy, medications, lifestyle adjustments, or a combination of these approaches, to help stabilize individuals allowing them to take control of their lives, being more productive, and having healthier relationships, thus improving their overall quality of life.
