Assignment
Submitted by :
Sidra tul muntaha
Afeera Khan
Misbah Saeed
Submitted to:
Sir Faisal
Research Proposal
Topic
Mood Disorders
Introduction:
A mood disorder is a type of mental health condition where there is a
disconnection between actual life circumstances and the person's state of
mind or feeling. A mood disorder can negatively affect your ability to
function normally. It can have serious consequences in all aspects of life,
from personal to professional.
Body:
Causes of mood disorders
Many factors help lead to mood disorders. They are likely caused by an
imbalance of brain chemicals. Life events (such as stressful life changes) may
also help lead to a depressed mood. Mood disorders also tend to run in families.
Different types of mood disorders
These are the most common types of mood disorders:
Major depression. Having less interest in normal activities, feeling sad or
hopeless, and other symptoms for at least 2 weeks may mean depression.
Dysthymia. This is an ongoing (chronic), low-grade, depressed, or irritable
mood that lasts for at least 2 years.
Bipolar disorder. With this condition, a person has times of depression
alternating with times of mania or a higher mood.
Mood disorder linked to another health condition. Many health
conditions (including cancer, injuries, infections, and chronic illnesses) can
trigger symptoms of depression.
Substance-induced mood disorder. Symptoms of depression may be
caused by drug abuse, alcohol use disorder, exposure to toxins, or side effects of
medicines.
symptoms of mood disorders
Ongoing sad, anxious, or “empty” mood
Feeling hopeless or helpless
Having low self-esteem
Feeling inadequate or worthless
Excessive guilt
Not interested in normal activities
Trouble sleeping or sleeping too much
Changes in appetite or weight
Decreased energy
How are mood disorders treated?
Mood disorders can often be treated with success. Treatment may include:
Antidepressant and mood-stabilizing medicines. These medicines work
very well in treating mood disorders, especially when combined with
psychotherapy.
Psychotherapy (most often cognitive-behavioral or interpersonal
therapy). This kind of therapy is focused on changing the person’s distortedview
of themselves and their environment. It also helps to improve relationship skills.
And it can help the person identify stressors in the environment and learn how to
avoid or manage them.
Family therapy. A mood disorder can affect all aspects of a family (emotional,
physical, occupational, and financial). Professional support can help both the
person with the diagnosis and family members.
Other therapies. These may include transcranial stimulation and
electroconvulsive therapy for refractory depression (treatment-resistant
depression).
CONCLUSION: mood disorders, given their complexity and prevalence, must
be understood by society, families and professionals. The family is affected by
mental suffering and needs to be the focus of care.
