What are mood disorders?

Also known as: depression, anxiety, mental health disorders, affective disorders, and others.

Mood and anxiety disorders cover a wide range of conditions that fall under the umbrella of mental health disorders. Common mood disorders (affective disorders) include all types of depression, bipolar disorder, seasonal affective disorder and others.

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Reviewed by: Jack Wolfsdorf, MD, FAAP

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