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A '''mood swing''' is an extreme or rapid change in [[Mood (psychology)|mood]]. When these changes start to become controlling, mood swings can start to affect the way someone functions.<ref>[http://www.nativeremedies.com/ailment/violent-mood-swings-info.html "Natural Mood Stabilizers for Violent Mood Swings and Mood Disorders." ''Violent Mood Swings & Mood Disorders.''] Web. 29 Feb. 2012. </ref> |
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==Associated disorders== |
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Mood swings are commonly associated with [[mood disorder]]s including [[bipolar disorder]] (manic depression)<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.severemoodswings.com/symptoms-of-bipolar-disorder/ |title=Symptoms of Bipolar Disorder |publisher=Severemoodswings.com |date= |accessdate=2012-03-24}}</ref> and [[Major depressive disorder|depression]]. In patients with cases of bipolar disorder, the patient experiences serious mood swings that last for days or even weeks. These episodes consist of the patient alternating rapidly between depression and euphoria.<ref>{{cite book|last=Hockenbury|first=Don and Sandra|title=Discovering Psychology Fifth Edition|year=2011|publisher=Worth Publishers|location=New York, NY|is bn=978-1-4292-1650-0|page=549}}</ref> |
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Another major cause of mood swings are hyperactivity or hyperactivity/inattentiveness, as they are occasionally seen in individuals diagnosed with [[Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder]]. If the mood swing is not associated with a mood disorder, treatments are harder to assign. Most commonly, however, mood swings can be a result of dealing with daily life and/or unexpected situations. |
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Other causes of mood swings are due to hormonal changes, temporarily upsetting brain chemistry. As the [[hormones]] involved normalize, these mood swings generally subside on their own. |
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==What to look for== |
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Changes in a person's energy level, sex drive, sleep patterns, self esteem, concentration, drug or alcohol use can be signs of an oncoming mood disorder.<ref>[http://www.webmd.com/bipolar-disorder/guide/mood-swings "Bipolar Mood Swings, Stabilizers, Triggers, and Mania."] ''WebMD''. WebMD, 03 May 0000. Web. 29 Feb. 2012.</ref> |
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==Cause== |
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There are many different things that might trigger a mood swing in a person. Every day people experience small changes in their mood; however, if these mood swings take control of a person's life and prevent normal functioning, medical advice may be appropriate.{{Fact|date=October 2011}} |
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;Chemical imbalance |
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If a person has an abnormal level of certain [[neurotransmitter]]s (NTs) in their brain, it may result to having mood swings or a mood disorder. [[Serotonin]] is a neurotransmitter in the brain that is involved with sleep, moods, and emotional states. A slight imbalance of this NT could result in depression. [[Norepinephrine]] is a neurotransmitter that is involved with learning, memory, and physical arousal. Like serotonin, an imbalance of norepinephrine may also result in depression. |
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Also, a woman having [[PMS]] or menstruating may have mood swings or changes. |
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==See also== |
==See also== |
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A mood swing is an extreme or rapid change in mood. When these changes start to become controlling, mood swings can start to affect the way someone functions.[1]
Associated disorders
Mood swings are commonly associated with mood disorders including bipolar disorder (manic depression)[2] and depression. In patients with cases of bipolar disorder, the patient experiences serious mood swings that last for days or even weeks. These episodes consist of the patient alternating rapidly between depression and euphoria.[3]
Another major cause of mood swings are hyperactivity or hyperactivity/inattentiveness, as they are occasionally seen in individuals diagnosed with Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. If the mood swing is not associated with a mood disorder, treatments are harder to assign. Most commonly, however, mood swings can be a result of dealing with daily life and/or unexpected situations.
Other causes of mood swings are due to hormonal changes, temporarily upsetting brain chemistry. As the hormones involved normalize, these mood swings generally subside on their own.
What to look for
Changes in a person's energy level, sex drive, sleep patterns, self esteem, concentration, drug or alcohol use can be signs of an oncoming mood disorder.[4]
Cause
There are many different things that might trigger a mood swing in a person. Every day people experience small changes in their mood; however, if these mood swings take control of a person's life and prevent normal functioning, medical advice may be appropriate.[citation needed]
- Chemical imbalance
If a person has an abnormal level of certain neurotransmitters (NTs) in their brain, it may result to having mood swings or a mood disorder. Serotonin is a neurotransmitter in the brain that is involved with sleep, moods, and emotional states. A slight imbalance of this NT could result in depression. Norepinephrine is a neurotransmitter that is involved with learning, memory, and physical arousal. Like serotonin, an imbalance of norepinephrine may also result in depression. Also, a woman having PMS or menstruating may have mood swings or changes.
See also
References
- ^ "Natural Mood Stabilizers for Violent Mood Swings and Mood Disorders." Violent Mood Swings & Mood Disorders. Web. 29 Feb. 2012.
- ^ "Symptoms of Bipolar Disorder". Severemoodswings.com. Retrieved 2012-03-24.
- ^ Hockenbury, Don and Sandra (2011). Discovering Psychology Fifth Edition. New York, NY: Worth Publishers. p. 549.
{{cite book}}: Unknown parameter|is bn=ignored (help) - ^ "Bipolar Mood Swings, Stabilizers, Triggers, and Mania." WebMD. WebMD, 03 May 0000. Web. 29 Feb. 2012.