Can you provide a comprehensive list of mood disorders?

Reviewed by Yoshinori Abe, MD

Internal Medicine

Mood disorders are mental health conditions that significantly affect a person's emotional state, often disrupting daily life, relationships, and overall well-being. Common types include major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, persistent depressive disorder (dysthymia), cyclothymic disorder, and seasonal affective disorder (SAD). Symptoms can range from prolonged sadness and hopelessness to extreme mood swings between highs (mania) and lows (depression).

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Reviewed for medical accuracy: 07/20/2026

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Explanation

Mood disorders are conditions that impact a person's mood and emotional state. According to the references provided, the main types of mood disorders include but are not limited to:

Major Depressive Disorder (MDD): This involves persistent feelings of sadness or a lack of interest in outside stimuli.
Bipolar Disorder: This disorder is characterized by alternating periods of depression and mania or hypomania, where a person might feel extremely energized or irritable.
Persistent Depressive Disorder (Dysthymia): This is a chronic form of depression where a person experiences a depressed mood for at least two years.
Cyclothymic Disorder: This involves periods of hypomanic symptoms and periods of depressive symptoms lasting for at least two years but not meeting the full criteria for a hypomanic or depressive episode.

These disorders can significantly affect daily life, and it's important to seek help if needed. If you're experiencing symptoms and want to better understand what might be affecting you, try Ubie's free AI symptom checker to get personalized insights in just a few minutes.

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