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Mood disorders affect emotional state, causing persistent depression, mania, or mood swings. About 1 in 5 people experience them, impacting daily life, relationships, and overall well-being.
Types of Mood disorder Disorders:
- Major Depressive Disorder
- Bipolar Disorder I
- Bipolar Disorder II
If a mood disorder is affecting your ability to function or enjoy life, seeking professional treatment can help you regain control and find relief. Consult with our staff to learn whether our program is right for you.
Common symptoms for mood disorder include:
- Persistent sadness or depressed mood: Feeling down or hopeless for long periods, often without relief.
- Extreme mood swings: Experiencing significant fluctuations between elevated, energetic moods and deep sadness.
- Loss of interest: Losing interest or pleasure in activities once enjoyed, including work, hobbies, or socializing.
- Changes in sleep patterns: Experiencing insomnia or excessive sleeping.
- Fatigue or low energy: Constant tiredness, even after rest, affecting daily activities.
- Irritability or anger: Feeling unusually irritable, angry, or agitated without clear cause.
- Difficulty concentrating or making decisions: Struggling to focus, think clearly, or make decisions due to emotional distress.
- Extreme mood swings: Alternating between periods of depression and mania or hypomania.
- Manic episodes: Elevated mood, increased energy, impulsivity, racing thoughts, and reduced need for sleep.
- Depressive episodes: Persistent sadness, hopelessness, low energy, and loss of interest in activities.
- Impulsivity: Engaging in risky behaviors like spending sprees, substance use, or reckless driving during manic phases.
- Sleep disturbances: Insomnia during manic episodes or excessive sleeping during depressive episodes.
- Difficulty concentrating: Trouble focusing or making decisions during both manic and depressive phases.
Changes in activity levels: Increased goal-directed activities or restlessness during manic episodes, and sluggishness or low activity during depressive episodes.
Our programs, known as Intensive Outpatient (IOP) and Partial Hospitalization (PHP) Programs, offer an intermediate level of care best suited for those in need of greater support than standard weekly therapy but without requiring a hospital stay. We provide:
- Psychoeducation on anxiety disorders and how to develop healthy coping skills.
- Mindfulness-based techniques to help you learn to stay present and manage stress.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) training during our skill-building group sessions.
- Regular group therapy meetings for peer support.
- Medication management, when applicable.
- Best-in-class care: Our program is clinically validated by McLean Hospital, the number one psychiatric program in the U.S. We use evidence-based treatment models to make sure you have access to the best therapeutic programming.
- In-person and virtual offerings: We offer both in-person and virtual treatment for those in our care, giving you the flexibility to choose what's right for you and your schedule.
- Personalized support: Our care team can help you navigate life’s challenges with mental health in mind, and access the right resources. Each one of our clients is consulted about individual needs outside of chronic mental health challenges to ensure whole-person care.
- Goal-oriented and compassionate treatment: We work with you to set treatment goals and monitor your progress, but we recognize that "success" isn't one-size-fits-all. We’re here to define success together
Frequently Asked Questions
What causes mood disorders?
Mood disorders are caused by a combination of genetic, biological, environmental, and psychological factors, including chemical imbalances in the brain, traumatic life events, and family history.
How common are mood disorders?
Mood disorders are quite common, affecting about 1 in 5 adults at some point in their lives, with depression and bipolar disorder being the most prevalent.
How can Overstory Health help me with my mood disorder?
Through evidence-based individual therapy, facilitated group therapy, medication management, and a non-judgemental environment, Overstory’s programs treat mood disorders.
How does an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) help with mood disorder?
An Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) can help treat mood disorders by providing structured treatment with multiple weekly sessions, focusing on therapies like cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and DBT for skills development and mood stabilization , and group support.It offers a more intensive level of care than regular outpatient therapy but allows participants to live at home and continue with daily activities. Both IOP and PHP allow for real-time skills application and practice in your home and community environments.
How does a Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) help with mood disorder?
A Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) helps with mood disorders by providing intensive therapy and support, including individual and group sessions, to address symptoms, improve coping skills, and promote stabilization. It offers a structured environment during the day while allowing individuals to return home in the evenings, promoting recovery without the need for 24/7 inpatient care.
What’s the difference between everyday challenges and a mood disorder?
It is normal to react to everyday challenges or stressors with frustration or sadness, but this typically resolves and you can resume your day to day functioning. Mood disorders involve persistent, intense emotional disturbances like prolonged sadness or extreme mood swings that significantly interfere with daily functioning and last for weeks or longer.
How long does mood disorder treatment take?
Mood disorders can be complex and require professional support. Mood disorders present differently in each individual, however, with intensive programming most people can begin to see improvement within 2 - 6 weeks. Your team at Overstory Health will work alongside you to determine the appropriate length of stay for your treatment.
