Types of Mood Disorders

Mood disorder is related to mental disorder of one's psychological state. Mood disturbances or mood disorders may range from mild to severe and can be caused by various reasons such as genetic traits or environmental conditions and even surroundings. The causes of mood disorders can also be related to alcohol consumption, illness or drug abuse. Mood disorder can be temporary and may be caused by surroundings or atmospheric reasons. In such cases, taking rest often helps to recuperate. If someone is experiencing severe mood disorder or depression, it is advisable to seek professional help or therapy almost immediately.

Symptoms of Mood Disorders

• Loss of interest in living and suicidal thoughts
• Loss of self-confidence and persistent self-hate
• Aggressive nature and anxiety
• Loss of appetite
• Irritability
  

A professional doctor or therapist would understand the symptoms of mood disorder in a more complex way than we can, but the ones listed above can basically be seen to help understand the symptoms.

Types of Mood Disorders

The basic types of mood disorders are unipolar and bipolar. Following are some of the types of mood disorders or mood disturbances covering both unipolar and bipolar.

1. Bipolar disorder
2. Dysthymia
3. Schizophrenia
4. Cyclothymia
5. Somatization
6. Depression
7. Anorexia Nervosa
8. Clinical depression
   

Treatment for Mood Disorders

Treatments for mood disorders generally include the following:

1. Psychotherapy
2. Use of anti-depressants
3. Electroconvulsive Therapy
4. Augmentation Therapy
5. Drug Substitution
6. Combination therapy

In cases of temporary and occasional mood disorder caused by surroundings or drug abuse, taking rest does help. However, it is advisable to seek professional medical practitioner's help while seeking for treatment of severe and persistent mood disorders or disturbances.