What Are Mood Disorders?
When sadness, irritability, or swings in mood last for weeks or longer, it could point to a mood disorder. A mood disorder is a mental health condition that causes unusual or extreme changes in a person's emotional state. These changes can impact relationships, daily activities, and even physical health. While everyone experiences mood shifts, mood disorders make these changes intense and long-lasting. Our mental health professionals at Mindfully Mended Psychiatry can help identify several types of mood disorders, including depression, bipolar disorder, mood dysregulation disorder, and disruptive mood disorder. Depression, for example, is one of the most common mood disorders, leading to feelings of intense sadness, lack of motivation, and fatigue. Mood disorders affect people differently, but they often create a sense of losing control over emotions. Without treatment, this condition can affect work, school, and relationships. Contact our team in Burleson, TX for supportive and personalized care that can help improve your life. Mindfully Mended Psychiatry provides flexible treatment options with both in-person sessions and secure online platforms, allowing you to choose the format that best fits your needs and lifestyle.
How Are Mood Disorders Treated?
The treatment of mood disorders often involves a combination of therapies to address both symptoms and causes. Mood disorder treatment may include talk therapy to help clients reshape their thoughts and build skills in handling difficult feelings. In some cases, interpersonal therapy and family therapy can be useful. Medications, such as antidepressants or mood stabilizers, can help balance brain chemicals linked to mood regulation as our clients manage the intense highs and lows often linked to these disorders.
What Are the Symptoms of Mood Disorders?
It can be hard to tell if a person is simply having a rough time or if they might have a mood disorder. However, there are specific mood disorder symptoms that may indicate the need for help. The most common symptoms include:
- Feelings of sadness, emptiness, or hopelessness that don't go away
- Sudden changes in mood, from high energy and overly happy to irritable or angry
- Loss of interest in activities or hobbies once enjoyed
- Fatigue or low energy, even with enough sleep
- Difficulty concentrating or making decisions
- Changes in appetite or weight without trying
- Physical symptoms, like headaches or digestive issues, without a clear medical cause
- Thoughts of self-harm or suicide (seek immediate help if these arise)
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Living with a mood disorder can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to do it alone. Our experienced team at Mindfully Mended Psychiatry provides support, respect, and understanding as we help you work toward better mental health. Our approach is grounded in proven techniques that help you feel safe and understood. Contact our Burleson, TX practice to find help in managing your mood disorder for a better, more balanced life.