mood disorder

noun

: any of several psychological disorders (such as major depressive disorder or bipolar disorder) characterized by abnormalities of emotional state

called also affective disorder

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Depression is a mood disorder that causes intense feelings of sadness and a lack of interest in activities. Jessica Swirble, Verywell Health, 17 Jan. 2025 Omega-3 can be a natural remedy for mood disorders in two ways. Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 17 Jan. 2025 While focusing on nutrients can help, there is more to understand about mood disorders. Amiah Taylor, Discover Magazine, 25 Dec. 2024 Lithium carbonate is typically given at 600 to 900 milligrams a day for mood disorders. Shayla Love, The Atlantic, 4 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for mood disorder 

Word History

First Known Use

1969, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of mood disorder was in 1969

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“Mood disorder.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mood%20disorder. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.

Kids Definition

mood disorder

noun
: any of several psychological disorders characterized by abnormalities of emotional state

Medical Definition

mood disorder

noun
: any of several psychological disorders characterized by abnormalities of emotional state and including especially major depressive disorder, dysthymia, and bipolar disorder

called also affective disorder

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