Question

Name the various categories of mood disorder.

Answer 1

• Major Depressive Disorder: Persistent sadness, loss of interest, and low energy.
• Bipolar Disorder: Alternating episodes of depression and mania (high energy, euphoria).
• Dysthymia (Persistent Depressive Disorder): Long-term, less severe depression.
• Cyclothymia: Milder form of bipolar disorder with mood swings over a longer period.
• Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD): Depression linked to seasonal changes, usually in winter.
• Mood Disorder Due to a General Medical Condition: Mood changes caused by physical illness.
• Substance-Induced Mood Disorder: Mood disturbance caused by drug or alcohol use.