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.


Reviewed by: Jack Wolfsdorf, MD, FAAP

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