Mood Disorders

Alternate Terms:
  • Affective Disorders
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Depression & Mood Disorders
Bipolar Disorder (Manic Depression)
Depression
Bipolar Disorder (Manic Depression)



Mood Disorders Definition by Healthwise:
Mental conditions that affect mood to a degree that makes it difficult to function. The major mood disorders are depression and bipolar disorder.

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