What are Mood and Anxiety Disorders?
Mood and anxiety disorders cover a wide range of conditions that fall under the umbrella of mental health disorders and there are distinct differences between the two.
- Mood disorders. Most of us feel a range of emotions, from sad or irritable to happy or elated. Individuals struggling with a mood disorder experience these emotions more noticeably and sometimes for extended periods of time, and to an extent that it interferes with their day-to-day lives. Depression and bipolar disorder are among two of the most common mood disorders.
- Anxiety disorders. While we all worry or feel anxious from time to time, individuals with an anxiety disorder experience intense feelings of anxiety or panic, even during routine or daily life. Anxiety disorders are the most common form of mental illness and there are many types, including generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorders, phobias, social anxiety, and more.
Mood and Anxiety Disorders We Treat
At Discovery Mood & Anxiety, we provide residential and day treatment for children, teens and adults struggling with a range of diagnoses, including:
The good news is that, with expert care, these disorders are treatable. In fact, 90% of patients who complete Discovery Mood & Anxiety believe they can handle whatever happens in life.1 Learn more about patient outcomes here.
We’re Here for You
If you or someone you know is struggling, we’re here for you. Through our Discovery ESTEEMTM system, we help individuals understand their illness and empower them with the tools needed to create the fulfilling life they deserve. With ESTEEM, anything is possible. For more information, resources, or to consult with one of our specialists, call 714.828.0808.
1. Percentage includes adult and adolescent patients who admitted to the Discovery Mood & Anxiety Program in 2020 and completed treatment, who completed the Recovery Assessment Scale (RAS), and who agreed with the statements at discharge (N = 949).
