Dr. Mohammed Abdul Rahman Khan, MD

Mood Disorders

Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)

Symptoms: Persistent sadness, loss of interest, changes in appetite or sleep, fatigue, difficulty concentrating, and thoughts of suicide.
Duration: At least two weeks, often longer

Bipolar Disorder

Symptoms: Alternating periods of depression and mania (elevated mood, increased energy, risky behaviors) or hypomania (milder mania).

Types:
- Bipolar I: Includes manic episodes.
- Bipolar II: Includes hypomanic and depressive episodes.

Persistent Depressive Disorder (PDD) (Dysthymia)

Symptoms: Chronic low-grade depression lasting at least two years.
Impact: Long-term impairment.

Cyclothymic Disorder

Symptoms: Chronic mood swings between hypomania and mild depression.
Duration: At least two years.

Causes and Risk Factors

Biological: Genetics, brain chemistry.
Psychological: Trauma, stress.
Environmental: Lack of support, substance abuse.

Resources

Psychotherapy: CBT, IPT
Medications: Antidepressants, mood stabilizers
Lifestyle: Exercise, diet, sleep
Support: Groups, family therapy

Combining these approaches can help improve mental health, but requires early intervention and ongoing management.

Your journey to healing starts with a single step.

Dr. Mohammed Abdul Rahman Khan, MD

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