Mood Disorder Treatment Centers – Mental Health Programs

A mood disorder is a medical condition characterized by shifts in mood, energy, and focus that make daily life harder. Examples include different types of depression and bipolar disorder. You may notice episodes of low mood, or periods when your mood and activity feel unusually high. If these patterns are affecting your ability to work, study, or connect with family and friends, a mood disorder treatment center can help you find steadier ground.

At Promises Behavioral Health, we offer individualized care in Texas, Georgia, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and Massachusetts. Mental health care includes psychotherapy, psychiatry, and medication management. If you are ready to talk through your options, contact Promises Behavioral Health at 888.483.7451 or explore our bipolar disorder treatment program or depression treatment program to see how care is structured.

What It Means to Have a Mood Disorder

“Mood disorder” is an umbrella term for conditions that significantly change your emotional state, your thinking, and your behavior. These disorders are common, and they range from mild to severe.

People experience mood disorders differently. You might feel tired, hopeless, or easily irritated. You might struggle with sleeping, concentrating, or keeping routines. If these mood disorder symptoms are present most days and interfere with your life, an evaluation can clarify a diagnosis and guide treatment.

Different Types of Mood Disorders

Major Depressive Disorder

Clinical depression is characterized by ongoing sadness, low energy, changes in appetite or sleep, and loss of interest in usual activities for 2 or more weeks. For many adults, the first episode of depression occurs in the mid-20s, and without treatment, episodes can recur.

Persistent Depressive Disorder (Dysthymia)

Dysthymia is a chronic, lower grade form of depression that lasts 2 years or more in adults, or at least 1 year in children and teens. Symptoms can be mild yet long lasting, and major depression can occur on top of it.

Bipolar Disorder

Bipolar disorder is characterized by cycles of depression and mania. Mania can involve high energy, reduced need for sleep, impulsive decisions, or exaggerated self-confidence. Depressive periods mirror major depression.

Cyclothymic Disorder

Cyclothymic disorder involves ongoing mood swings that are less intense than bipolar disorder, yet they still disrupt daily routines and relationships over time.

Substance-Induced Mood Disorder

Certain substances, including alcohol and drugs, can trigger depressive or manic symptoms. Withdrawal can also worsen mood. When substance use and mental health conditions are both present, integrated care addresses the connection between them.

Common Symptoms of Mood Disorders

Symptoms vary, and the same person may experience different symptoms across episodes. Symptoms on the depression end include:

• Persistent sadness, emptiness, or hopeless feelings
• Loss of interest in activities
• Changes in appetite or weight
• Trouble sleeping or sleeping much more than usual
• Fatigue, low energy, or restlessness
• Difficulty concentrating or making decisions
• Feelings of guilt or worthlessness
• Thoughts of death or suicide

Mania, which can occur in bipolar disorder and to a lesser degree in cyclothymic disorder, may include very high energy, racing thoughts, reduced need for sleep, fast speech, impulsive or risky behavior, and a sense of being unusually powerful or creative.

What Causes Mood Disorders?

There is no single cause. Mood disorders often develop from a mix of biological, psychological, and environmental factors. Family history, early life stress or trauma, and current stressors like job loss or a major relationship change can increase risk. In children and teens, genetics, brain development, bullying, sleep disruption, and family stress may contribute. Anxiety disorders and medical conditions can occur alongside a mood disorder, which can complicate diagnosis.

How We Treat Mood Disorders at Promises Behavioral Health

Living with a mood disorder can feel isolating. Our team provides compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to your goals and abilities. Your treatment plan may include:

• Psychotherapy, including cognitive and behavioral approaches that help you understand patterns, build skills, and change habits
• Psychiatry and medication management, with careful monitoring of benefits, side effects, and safety
• Talk therapy in groups for connection and practice using new skills
• Family therapy sessions to strengthen communication with family members and align support at home
• Education about sleep, routines, and relapse prevention to support long-term well being

We collaborate with you to create treatment plans that match your diagnosis, age, and preferences. If inpatient support is appropriate for severe episodes of depression, you can learn about our inpatient depression treatment center and how care is structured for safety and stabilization.

What to Expect During Care

At Promises mood disorder treatment includes:

• Thorough assessment: We discuss your history, symptoms, medications, and any co-occurring conditions, such as anxiety disorders or substance use, then confirm a diagnosis.
• Personalized goals: Together we set realistic goals, like improving sleep, returning to work or school, or reducing the frequency of episodes.
• Skill practice: You learn specific strategies for mood tracking, sleep hygiene, and managing early warning signs.
• Ongoing review: We adjust the treatment plan as your symptoms change. Some patients benefit from maintenance therapy to reduce the possibility of relapse.

How to Help a Person with a Mood Disorder

If you think a loved one has a mood disorder:

• Begin with empathy. Listen without judgment and avoid minimizing their experience.
• Encourage an appointment. Offer to help schedule an evaluation or drive the person to care.
• Support healthy routines. Gentle structure around sleeping, meals, and activity can stabilize mood.
• Plan for safety. Discuss what to do if symptoms worsen, including who to call and where to go.
• Stay connected. Consistent check-ins can reduce isolation and build hope.

If you are supporting a teen or young adult, watch for changes in grades, sleep, social withdrawal, or increased irritability. Early support can prevent symptoms from becoming severe. If someone may be at risk of harming themselves or others, seek emergency medical care.

Coping with Low Mood and Anxiety

Low mood and anxiety often occur together. Practical steps include keeping a simple daily schedule, limiting alcohol, moving your body most days, practicing brief breathing exercises, and reaching out to someone you trust. If symptoms persist for more than 2 weeks, or if you notice inability to function at work or school, consider an evaluation. Treatment can help you regain stability and confidence.

Take the Next Step with Promises Behavioral Health

You do not have to navigate this alone. Contact Promises Behavioral Health at 888.483.7451, or learn how we tailor care in our bipolar disorder treatment program and our inpatient depression treatment center. If substance abuse is part of the picture, we offer compassion treatment for addiction and mental health together. Call us today to discuss options in Texas, Georgia, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, or Massachusetts.