Mood Disorders Treatment

Mood disorders can significantly affect your ability to function in daily life, including impacts on work, school, and relationships. They are believed to be caused by a combination of genetic, biological, environmental, and psychological factors.

Mood disorders deeply affect you, leading to emotional, physical, social, and professional challenges. However, you can significantly improve your quality of life with timely and comprehensive treatment.

At Elevate Psychiatry, our understanding of mood disorders allows us to tailor our treatments to meet your individual needs.

Basics of Mood Disorders

Mood disorders are a category of mental health conditions characterized by significant and persistent disturbances in a person's mood or emotional state.

Symptoms vary widely and can include changes in sleep, appetite, energy level, concentration, daily behavior, or self-esteem. Diagnosis is based on a person’s history, symptoms, and sometimes medical tests to rule out other causes.

Treatment of mood disorders usually involves a combination of medications (such as antidepressants or mood stabilizers), psychotherapy, and sometimes lifestyle changes or alternative therapies.

It's important for anyone experiencing symptoms of a mood disorder to seek professional help. Most people can manage their symptoms and lead productive lives with appropriate treatment.

Read about the different types of mood disorders we treat below.

Adjustment Disorders

An adjustment disorder can develop in people who experience more stress than normal. While experiencing some stress in life can be healthy since it can help keep you on your toes, stress that disrupts everyday life may indicate a deeper issue. 

Some symptoms of an adjustment disorder may manifest within a few months of the stressful experience. This includes:

  • Crying
  • Feeling sad
  • Feeling overwhelmed
  • Thinking or acting on suicidal thoughts
  • Feeling more worried or anxious than normal
  • Not wanting to eat
  • Experiencing difficulty sleeping
  • Staying away from friends and family

Symptoms can be short-term or persistent. Short-term stressors may last for less than six months and lessen once the stressor is gone. 

If your symptoms appear to be chronic and make it difficult to get through the day, it may be time to see a mental health professional.

Types of Adjustment Disorders

Medical professionals may use the American Psychiatric Association’s Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders or DSM-5 when diagnosing an adjustment disorder. 

The DSM-5 adjustment disorders may include:

  • Depressed feelings which can be displayed as a lack of enjoyment in things that used to excite you or make you happy.
  • Anxiety which may manifest as feeling overwhelmed, worried, and nervous more than usual.
  • A combination of depressed feelings and anxiety.
  • Behavioral challenges which may include reckless action, such as driving dangerously, destroying property, and getting into fights.
  • A combination of behavioral and emotional challenges.

Depression

Depression involves a wide and complex range of mental health conditions that manifest in various forms. The variety of depressive disorders adds to the challenge of understanding this condition, with each variant exhibiting unique traits and symptoms ranging from mild to severe. 

At Elevate Psychiatry, our profound understanding of these diverse forms of depression allows us to tailor our treatments to meet your individual needs. 

Our team of mental health professionals is committed to supporting you through your treatment journey, aiming to alleviate the effects of depression and help you take back control of your life.

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Bipolar Disorder

Bipolar disorder is characterized by extreme mood changes, thoughts, activities, energy levels, and behavior. It is known for causing people to experience severe “highs” and “lows.” Since these mood changes are complicated to predict, bipolar disorder can have a significant effect on a person’s quality of life.

Although dealing with “up and down” moods can be a normal part of life, bipolar mood swings are considerably different and more extreme. From maintaining healthy personal relationships to succeeding professionally or academically, many aspects of everyday life may be challenging for those with bipolar disorder.

At Elevate Psychiatry, we understand the challenges and effects of bipolar disorder on your overall health. Our committed team provides personalized treatment and support designed to meet your unique specific needs and preferences.

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Mood Disorders with Elevate Psychiatry

At Elevate Psychiatry, our providers offer psychotherapy treatment that can help you manage stress and how you deal with events going forward. We are here to support you and guide you back to your normal routine.

We also offer a number of state-of-the-art services for treating various mood disorders, such as anxiety, depression, and more. We will work with you to identify the cause of your symptoms and create a treatment plan for going forward.

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