II. What Are Mood Disorders?
Mood disorders refer to illnesses that disrupt mood. Generally, they refer to depressed mood, or to the other extreme, mania-which is a highly elevated (euphoric) or irritable mood. Mood disorders are very common and affect people in all walks of life.
Major Depression
Major Depression and Brain Function
Possible Causes of Major Depression
Medication for Major Depression
Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar Disorder and Brain Function
Possible Causes of Bipolar Disorder
Medication for Bipolar Disorder