Understanding Mood Disorders
Your Emotions Deserve Care
Mood disorders are medical conditions that affect your emotional state. They go beyond temporary feelings of sadness or joy and can significantly impact your day-to-day life, relationships, and overall well-being.
Types of Mood Disorders:
- Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) – ongoing sadness, loss of interest, fatigue
- Bipolar Disorder – extreme mood swings from highs (mania) to lows (depression)
- Dysthymia (Persistent Depressive Disorder) – chronic low mood lasting years
- Cyclothymia – milder mood swings than bipolar disorder
Common Symptoms:
- Persistent sadness or low mood
- Excessive happiness or irritability
- Loss of interest in daily activities
- Fatigue or low energy
- Difficulty concentrating
- Sleep disturbances (insomnia or excessive sleep)
- Changes in appetite or weight
- Feelings of guilt, worthlessness, or hopelessness
Why Do Mood Disorders Occur?
- Imbalance in brain chemicals
- Family history or genetics
- Chronic stress or trauma
- Medical conditions or hormonal changes
Treatment is Effective and Available
At AG Neurocity Hospital, we specialize in treating mood disorders with a comprehensive, compassionate approach that includes:
- Expert diagnosis and evaluation by experienced professionals
- Consultation with Dr. Atul Goel, MD (Medicine), DM (Neurology), a top-ranked neurologist with special interest in mood and mental health
- Personalized treatment plans:
- Medications to stabilize mood
- Cognitive and behavioral therapies
- Sleep and lifestyle guidance
- Ongoing emotional support
"Mood disorders are not your fault, but recovery is your right. We’re here to help."