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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.
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While focusing on nutrients can help, there is more to understand about mood disorders.
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Lithium carbonate is typically given at 600 to 900 milligrams a day for mood disorders.
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First Known Use
1969, in the meaning defined above
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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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