Psychological Disorder
Psychological Disorder
Psychological Disorder
MOOD DISORDER.
INTRODUCTION
A mood disorder is a mental health problem that primarily affects a
person’s emotional state. It is a disorder in which a person
experiences long periods of extreme happiness, extreme sadness, or
both. Everyday life is a roller coaster of emotions. You may feel on top
of the world one day because of a high-profile promotion or an
awesome grade on a test. Another day, you may feel down in the
dumps due to relationship problems, financial troubles, or because
you got a flat tire on the way to work. These are normal fluctuations in
mood that come and go. When your mood starts to have an impact on
your daily activities and in your social, educational, and vocational
relationships, you may be suffering from a mood disorder.
Family history
Previous diagnosis of a mood disorder
Trauma, stress or major life changes in the case of depression
Physical illness or use of certain medications. Depression has
been linked to major diseases such as
cancer, diabetes, Parkinson’s disease and heart disease.
Brain structure and function in the case of bipolar disorder.