Mood disorders are mental health conditions that significantly impact a person’s emotional state, causing prolonged periods of intense sadness, elevated mood, or fluctuations between the two. At Glodach Psychiatry & Integrative Health, we offer tailored treatments to help individuals manage these conditions and lead fulfilling lives.

Types of Mood Disorders:

• Major Depressive Disorder (MDD): Characterized by persistent and intense feelings of sadness or loss of interest in activities once enjoyed. MDD can interfere with daily functioning and significantly affect a person’s quality of life.

• Bipolar Disorder: Involves extreme mood swings, including periods of deep depression and episodes of mania or hypomania, where individuals may feel excessively energetic, irritable, or engage in risky behavior.

• Persistent Depressive Disorder (Dysthymia): A chronic form of depression with less severe, but longer-lasting symptoms compared to MDD. Individuals may experience a continuous low mood that can last for years.

• Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD): A type of depression that occurs at specific times of the year, usually in winter, when there is less natural sunlight. SAD can cause significant disruptions in daily life and mood.

• Cyclothymic Disorder: A milder form of Bipolar Disorder characterized by frequent mood swings between hypomanic and mild depressive episodes. These mood fluctuations are less extreme but can be disruptive over time.

• Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD): A condition diagnosed in children and adolescents marked by severe temper outbursts and chronic irritability, far exceeding typical responses to situations.