Mood swings - Rebalance Hormone Health

What are Mood Swings?

Mood swings refer to sudden, unexpected shifts or changes in one's mood or emotional state. We all experience natural fluctuations in our moods and emotions throughout the day. However, some people go through more extreme or frequent mood shifts that can significantly impact their daily functioning.

Common Signs of Mood Swings

Some common signs of problematic mood swings include:

• Experiencing intense emotions that change dramatically within short periods of time (hours or days)
• Mood shifts that appear exaggerated compared to the triggering event
• Difficulty regulating emotional reactions
• Mood changes that disrupt work, relationships, or daily activities

Types of Mood Swings

Mood swings can vary in terms of their:

• Severity - from mild to more extreme fluctuations in mood
• Duration - short episodes vs longer-lasting mood states
• Triggers - caused by stress, hormone changes, medicines, substance abuse, etc.

Potential Causes

There are various potential causes of severe or problematic mood swings, including:

• Mental health conditions like bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, depression, anxiety, etc.
• Hormonal changes and imbalances during menstruation, pregnancy, perimenopause
• Medications or drug/alcohol abuse
• Chronic illness or pain
• Sleep disturbances
• Stress

If you experience frequent mood swings that interrupt your daily life, talk to a healthcare professional at Rebalance Hormone Health. They can evaluate any underlying causes and help develop effective treatment plans. Lifestyle changes like getting enough sleep, eating healthy, exercising, or practicing stress management techniques may also help stabilize your mood.