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Readers It’s been quite a long time since I updated the blog. Reading random
things always fascinated me since long time. And recently have read a lot about
the mood swings in and around here. At times I had thought that mood swings
were only to be found in girls, because of the sensitive nature, by the female hormone
estrogen, relationship stuffs etc. But I was wrong, mood swings are found in
both the sexes and yes there are lots and lots of reason for it.
The causes
of the mood swing can be broadly classified into two types.
1) Psychiatric causes
2) Non Psychiatric causes
Psychiatric
causes:
There are many psychiatric causes which
causes the mood swing. These causes at times lead to the extent in which a
person thinks about suicide or of extreme violence. The good thing about
psychiatric causes is it can be diagnosed. And if it is done in a correct time
and treated, the affected person can soon lead a normal life. However many
people suffer without knowing that they have the problem. They are vastly misunderstood
by family and friends and passed over at work place.
The
following is a small list of psychiatric disorder that causes mood swing
1) Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
Attention
deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common childhood brain
disorders and can continue through adolescence and adulthood. Symptoms include
difficulty staying focused and paying attention, difficulty controlling
behavior, and hyperactivity (over-activity). These symptoms can make it
difficult for a child with ADHD to succeed in school, get along with other
children or adults, or finish tasks at home.
Treatments
can relieve many symptoms of ADHD, but there is currently no cure for the
disorder. With treatment, most people with ADHD can be successful in school and
lead productive lives.
2) Bipolar disorder
Bipolar disorder (also known as manic
depression) causes serious shifts in mood, energy, thinking, and behavior from
the highs of mania on one extreme, to the lows of depression on the other. More
than just a fleeting good or bad mood, the cycles of bipolar disorder last for
days, weeks, or months. And unlike ordinary mood swings, the mood changes of
bipolar disorder are so intense that they interfere with your ability to
function.
3)
Borderline Personality Disorder
Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a
serious mental illness marked by unstable moods, behavior, and relationships.
Most people who have BPD suffer from:
- Problems with regulating emotions and thoughts
- Impulsive and reckless behavior
- Unstable relationships with other people.
4)
Intermittent explosive disorder (IED)
Intermittent explosive disorder (IED) is a
mental disturbance that is characterized by specific episodes of violent and aggressive behavior that may
involve harm to others or destruction of property. They may experience racing
thoughts or a heightened energy level during the aggressive episode, with
fatigue and depression developing shortly afterward.
5) Depression
Depression is a state of low mood and aversion to activity that can affect
a person's thoughts, behavior, feelings and sense of well-being. Depressed
people can feel sad, anxious, empty, hopeless, worried, helpless, worthless,
guilty, irritable, hurt, or restless. They may lose interest in activities that
once were pleasurable, experience loss of appetite or overeating, have problems
concentrating, remembering details, or making decisions, and may contemplate,
attempt, or commit suicide. Insomnia, excessive sleeping, fatigue, loss of
energy, or aches, pains, or digestive problems may also be present
Non-Psychiatric Causes of Mood Swings
Several other conditions can cause mood
swings including medical, neurological, hormonal, and medication and lifestyle
related issues.
6) Chemical Imbalance
When the brain’s production of
neurotransmitters such as serotonin, GABA, dopamine and norepinephrine is
affected, mood swings result. People alternately experience feelings such as
depression, anxiety, happiness, stress and fear.
7) All Forms Of Dementia
Dementia is marked by rapid mood swings along with diminished thinking
abilities along with reduced capacity for action.
8) Brain Tumors
Mild to severe mood swings can occur depending on the location of the
brain tumor within the brain.
9) Side Effects Of Medication
Certain medications can cause temporary mood swings, such as hormone
replacement therapy.
10)
Head Injury
Injuries to the head can cause personality problems, attention
disorders, lowered concentration levels and intense mood swings.
11)
Menopause
Women experience extreme mood swings during menopause. These are caused
by hormonal transitions. Estrogen influences the production of serotonin, the
mood regulating neurotransmitter. Lowering levels of estrogen affects the
production, causing sadness and depression. As such, a woman’s self-esteem goes
down as her reproductive years end, adding to her erratic mood swings.
12)
Puberty
As kids enter their adolescence, they experience physical, emotional and
psychological changes that cause disruption in their normal ways of life. Both
boys and girls are prone to mood swings, feelings of inadequacy, of being
misunderstood and so on.
13)
Pregnancy
Pregnancy causes hormonal swings in a woman’s body, with peaking and
lowering estrogen levels. Added to this is a woman’s lowered physical
self-esteem due to the changes in her body and her inability to perform her
usual tasks. Some women become high strung, emotional alternating between weepy
and happy states of mind.
14)
Stress
People who suffer continuous stress can experience mood swings along
with a feeling that no one understands how hard they’re trying. Sometimes
stress can lead to psychological issues and extreme behavior.
