MOOD
DISORDERS

Everyday life is a roller coaster of emotions. Life’s ups and downs can impact your mood and make it fluctuate from time to time. When you experience a challenge, you may feel down. If you received good news, you may feel on top of the world. These emotional responses to the world around you are natural and valid. However, if these emotional states persistently affect your daily activities and relationships, it may be a sign of a mood disorder. If you think you may have a Mood disorder, call or book an appointment online with one of our providers today today.

 

What are the different type of Mood Disorders?

These are the most common types of mood disorders:

Bipolar disorder — also called manic depression or bipolar affective disorder, depression that includes alternating times of depression and mania

Major depressive disorder — prolonged and persistent periods of extreme sadness

Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) — a form of depression most often associated with fewer hours of daylight in the far northern and southern latitudes from late fall to early spring

Cyclothymic disorder — a disorder that causes emotional ups and downs that are less extreme than bipolar disorder

Premenstrual dysphoric disorder — mood changes and irritability that occur during the premenstrual phase of a woman's cycle and go away with the onset of menses

Mood disorder related to another health condition. Many medical illnesses (including cancer, injuries, infections, and chronic illnesses) can trigger symptoms of depression.

Substance-induced mood disorder - Symptoms of depression that are due to the effects of medicine, drug abuse, alcoholism, exposure to toxins, or other forms of treatment.

Symptoms of Mood Disorders

Depending on several factors, like age and the type of mood disorder a person may have a wide range of possible symptoms. Common signs of mood disorders include:

  • Feeling hopeless or helpless

  • Having low self-esteem

  • Feeling inadequate or worthless

  • Excessive guilt

  • Trouble sleeping or sleeping too much

  • Changes in appetite or weight

  • Decreased energy

  • Trouble focusing

  • Very sensitive to failure or rejection

  • Irritability, hostility, or aggression

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LMH Mood Disorder Treatment

Dr. Hoes uses a variety of treatment methods to help those with mood disorders live their best. Long-term treatment plans may include: 

  • Mood-stabilizing medications

  • Nutritional counseling

  • Lifestyle counseling

  • Psychotherapy

 Psychotherapies such as cognitive behavioral therapy and psychodynamic therapy serve to aid in maintaining relationships and decreasing extremes of mood disorders.

​For a complete assessment and customized treatment plan to manage mood disorders, book an appointment online with Dr. Hoes at Latitude Mental Health.