Mood disorders are conditions that affect the way we feel over time, not just a few hours or a day or two. They can cause emotional highs, lows, or both, and can impact sleep, energy, motivation, relationships, and daily functioning.
Everyone experiences changes in mood, but mood disorders are more persistent and can interfere with everyday life. Common examples include depression, dysthymia (persistent depressive disorder), bipolar, and cyclothymia.
Below, you’ll find articles that explore different types of mood disorders, common symptoms, and treatment options. Whether you’re seeking support for yourself or trying to understand a loved one’s experience. This page is a good place to start.
Living with Dysthymia: When Low Mood Becomes Your “Normal”