What are mood disorders?
Mood disorders describe a range of illnesses that affect your daily emotional state. The three most common mood disorders Dr. Weaver treats at her practice are depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Depression
Depression is a persistent state of sadness and apathy that causes sufferers to have difficulty performing normal tasks. For some, depression leads to feelings of hopelessness and worthlessness.
Anxiety
Anxiety is persistent worry that is disproportionate to the surrounding circumstances. People with anxiety have a difficult time controlling their fear and avoid situations that cause worry.
PTSD
Some people experience flashbacks, nightmares, or extreme anxiety after a traumatic event. If their anxiety persists and affects everyday functioning, they may have PTSD.
How are mood disorders treated?
Because mood disorders require timely attention, Dr. Weaver offers same-day acute care for treatment. Just as if you had an ear infection, Dr. Weaver doesn’t want you to have to wait for an appointment when you’re feeling your worst.
While Dr. Weaver can help provide immediate relief for your mood disorder, she recommends long-term care to manage your condition. Those with mood disorders find significant benefits from ongoing therapy and medication.
Therapy
Psychotherapy, such as cognitive behavior therapy and exposure therapy, helps you learn effective strategies to combat your condition. Dr. Weaver provides as much support as she can, but she can also refer you to a therapist for more targeted therapy.
Medication
If you have a mood disorder, you may benefit from antidepressants, mood stabilizers, or anti-anxiety medications. With pharmacogenetic testing, Dr. Weaver can predict which medications may benefit you.
If you’re suffering from a mood disorder, contact Dr. Weaver online or over the phone right away to start the path toward treatment.
Notes: focus on Depression, Anxiety & PTSD; include that they have Same Day Acute Care appointments and Pharmacogenetic testing. These are genetic testings for drug response, we do it for depression, anxiety, ADHD, and ADD. It shows which drug will work best based on your genetics.
