Everyone experiences mood changes at different times in their lives. The key differences between typical mood changes and a mood disorder are their intensity, duration, and impact on daily life. Although these conditions are challenging to manage, there are various treatments available in treatment centres like The Orchid, which can help you reduce symptoms, achieve personal growth, and improve your overall quality of life.
What Is A Mood Disorder?
Recent data from the World Health Organization (WHO) indicate that approximately 280 million individuals are affected by depression, while around 40 million people are grappling with bipolar disorder. These mood disorders are complex mental health conditions that greatly affect a person’s emotions, resulting in lasting changes in mood and feelings.
Mood disorders, often referred to as affective disorders, are psychiatric conditions characterized by prolonged and pervasive emotional disturbances. Unlike the typical fluctuations in mood that individuals may encounter in daily life, mood disorders entail profound changes in emotional states that can severely disrupt various aspects of daily functioning. These disorders may manifest as episodes of depression, mania, or a combination of both, leading to intense and persistent feelings of sadness, agitation, or euphoria.
Mood Disorder Treatment In Thailand
Many people can manage mood disorders through therapy, medication, or a combination of both. One of the most effective psychotherapies is cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT). It helps you learn coping skills and change negative thoughts and behaviours. Together with their therapists, they work on specific goals, such as recognizing and changing unhelpful thoughts, enhancing problem-solving skills, and engaging in positive activities that support healthy choices. CBT also involves behavioural activation, which focuses on creating planned activities to boost mood and energy.
In addition, healthcare providers may prescribe antidepressants, mood stabilizers, and antipsychotic medications to help balance brain chemistry and reduce symptoms of mood disorders. This type of approach to the treatment of mental health concerns, accompanied by other alternative therapies, allows for a more holistic view of what clients may need.
Why Choose Us For Mood Disorder Treatment
Although there are treatment centres available nearby, there are numerous reasons to consider mood treatment at Orchid in Thailand. Some of these include:
Comprehensive Assessment And Diagnosis
An effective treatment programme begins with a comprehensive understanding of the unique symptoms of each individual. At Orchid, we begin this process with a detailed assessment that explores your mood changes, mental health history, and any current comorbidities. This careful evaluation allows us to formulate an accurate diagnosis and pinpoint the factors that contribute to and perpetuate your condition.
Luxurious But Affordable
We are dedicated to the principle that outstanding healthcare should be available at a reasonable cost. Our treatment centre is meticulously crafted to harmonize luxury with affordability, enabling our patients to focus on their recovery in a comfortable treatment facility while alleviating financial worries.
Highly Skilled And Compassionate Staff
The skills of our staff are key to the quality of care we offer. Our treatment centre focuses on hiring certified professionals with significant experience in mental health treatment and recovery. We are also proud that our clinical team members are compassionate, prioritizing empathy, respect, and support, which can enhance treatment engagement and overall outcome.
Personalised Treatment Plans
Our team recognizes that everyone’s experience with mood disorder is different and shaped by various factors. This insight allows us to create tailored treatment plans. These plans address each person’s unique challenges and needs, promoting a sense of control and empowerment while enhancing overall well-being.
Holistic Wellness Practices
Orchid stands out from other treatment centres because we emphasize a holistic approach. Our program addresses physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual health, all vital for recovery. This method helps us provide a well-rounded recovery experience that takes into account every part of a person’s well-being.
Highest Quality Care
The quality of care delivered by a treatment facility is crucial to its overall effectiveness. At Orchid, we utilize evidence-based therapeutic approaches and offer aftercare services designed to facilitate sustained recovery and reduce the likelihood of relapse.
Mental Health Treatments
Aside from mood disorders, The Orchid also provides a comprehensive treatment for various mental health conditions.
Anxiety Treatment
Anxiety disorders are best treated by both therapy and medication. These interventions help control anxiety symptoms and teach people how to cope with anxiety attacks and other triggers.
PTSD Treatment
People with PTSD need thorough and tailored care that considers their specific needs. Our methods for treating PTSD include eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy and certain medications.
Individual Therapy
Individual therapy is a type of mental health treatment where a person meets with a therapist or counsellor one-on-one. In therapy, individuals set goals and learn to handle their symptoms or triggers to improve their well-being. This approach can be helpful for conditions like depression, anxiety, and trauma.
Group Therapy
Group therapy involves a small group of people coming together with a trained therapist to support each other. Although there are various methods of group therapy, they all focus on creating a safe and supportive environment to discuss personal, relationship, and social challenges.
Types Of Mood Disorders
Mood disorders represent a category of mental health conditions that significantly affect an individual’s emotional state and associated functions. Among the various types of mood disorders include:
Major Depressive Disorder
Referred to as 'major depressive disorder (MDD),' this mood disorder is defined by a persistent depressed mood or a significant loss of interest and enjoyment in once pleasurable activities. These primary depressive symptoms are often accompanied by a range of physical and psychological changes, such as fatigue, weight loss, suicidal thoughts, and difficulties with concentration, all of which can severely disrupt daily functioning.
Bipolar Disorders
Bipolar disorder, often called manic-depressive illness, is a mental health condition that leads to extreme changes in mood, energy, and activity levels, affecting daily life. Both bipolar I and II disorders involve symptoms that can harm relationships, impact work or school performance, and may even lead to thoughts of suicide. Those with bipolar disorder go through strong emotional mood changes known as manic and depressive episodes.
Dysthymia
Persistent depressive disorder, also known as dysthymia, is a chronic type of major depressive disorder. The symptoms are usually milder than those of major depression, but they last much longer, requiring 2 years to be diagnosed. In children and teenagers, this may show up as irritability instead of sadness, and it must last for at least 1 year. People with dysthymia do not experience manic or hypomanic episodes. The symptoms of depression in dysthymia can often go unnoticed for a while because they are less intense but persist for a longer time compared to other types of depression.
Causes And Risk Factors Of Mood Disorders
Mood disorders do not have one specific cause. Instead, various factors such as biological, psychological, and environmental are what make an individual more prone to developing the condition.
Biological
Research shows that people with mood disorders often have a family history of these conditions. Many genes may work together with other factors to lead to mood disorders. While some studies have pointed out certain genes or areas in the genome, the specific genetic causes of mood disorders are still unclear.
In addition, three brain chemicals, such as norepinephrine, serotonin, and dopamine, play a role in developing various mental health conditions. Norepinephrine and serotonin are associated with mood disorders like depression and bipolar disorder, while dopamine is more related to psychotic disorders such as schizophrenia. However, since these disorders share several symptoms, all three chemicals likely play a role in different stages of a mood disorder.
Psychological
Some personality traits can increase the risk of getting mood disorders. These include people who have low self-esteem, constant negative thinking, and trouble handling stress or emotions. Furthermore, those who often engage in unhealthy coping mechanisms such as smoking, self-harming, or binge eating are also prone to developing mood disorders.
In addition, data from research studies and clinical practices showed that individuals with other mental health conditions, like anxiety, trauma, or substance use disorders, also face a higher risk of either depression or bipolar disorder.
Environmental
Stress has long been seen as a key factor in mood disorders. People react to stress in different ways; some may be more vulnerable to depression after experiencing difficult life events, challenging relationships, or socio-economic problems like low income or job-related stress.
High levels of stress, traumatic experiences, and significant life events can affect brain chemistry and lead to mood episodes or disorders. Researchers believe that elevated levels of the hormone cortisol being released during stressful times may influence the neurotransmitter serotonin and play a role in the development of mood disorders.
Reach Out To Our Treatment Center
Mood disorders are complex health conditions that affect millions globally. With appropriate care, support, and lifestyle adjustments, people with mood disorders can lead fulfilling lives and improve their emotional health. If you or your loved one is showing signs of a mood disorder, getting help from mental health professionals is essential for a complete assessment and tailored treatment plan. Reach out to The Orchid today.