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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That's a chronic mental health condition where a person experiences symptoms of schizophrenia, such as hallucinations or delusions, and mood disorders like depression.
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Steve Drummond, NPR, 23 July 2025
The private company operates four clinics in Massachusetts and four in Denver, offering comprehensive treatments for conditions such as anxiety, depression, trauma and mood disorders.
—Chase Jordan
july 22, Charlotte Observer, 22 July 2025
Burnout supporters, however, pinpoint apparent differences – depression is a mood disorder, primarily characterized by depressed mood and loss of interest and pleasure in activities.
—Lieke Ten Brummelhuis, Forbes.com, 25 June 2025
However, the study has flagged that there may indeed be a strong genetic link here, which could help inform treatment strategies for those with mood disorders.
—Bronwyn Thompson, New Atlas, 15 June 2025
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Steve Drummond, NPR, 23 July 2025
The private company operates four clinics in Massachusetts and four in Denver, offering comprehensive treatments for conditions such as anxiety, depression, trauma and mood disorders.
—Chase Jordan
july 22, Charlotte Observer, 22 July 2025
Burnout supporters, however, pinpoint apparent differences – depression is a mood disorder, primarily characterized by depressed mood and loss of interest and pleasure in activities.
—Lieke Ten Brummelhuis, Forbes.com, 25 June 2025
However, the study has flagged that there may indeed be a strong genetic link here, which could help inform treatment strategies for those with mood disorders.
—Bronwyn Thompson, New Atlas, 15 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for mood disorder
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“Mood disorder.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mood%20disorder. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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