Mood Disorders
Suffering from a mood disorder is very different than simply being in a “bad mood.” Mood disorders are much more complex and can affect a person’s daily life for long periods of time. People of any age, including children, can have a mood disorder. The National Institute of Mental Health estimates that nearly 10 percent of adults and about 14 percent of teens suffer from mood disorders. If you’re among the more than 20 million Americans with a mood disorder, there is help available, often through psychotherapy and medications.