Millions of people suffer from very high or low moods, or both. Moods that continue for an extended period of time and result in significant distress at work and home, or interfere with daily activities - signal the presence of a mood disorder.

Mood disorders may appear out of nowhere, or may be triggered by a traumatic or life-changing event. While feelings of depression or high levels of excitement may seem like appropriate reactions to certain situations, continued distress that creates problems in daily living requires professional help.

Download our free mood disorders guide to learn:

• What are primary mood disorders
• Symptoms of mood disorders
• What triggers mood disorders
• Treatment options for mood disorders
• Depression symptoms check list
• A description of Cleveland Clinic Center for Mood Disorder programs

The Cleveland Clinic Center for Mood Disorders team includes physicians, nurses, social workers, therapists and programming staff that are committed to improving and maintaining the mental health and well-being of patients in the community we serve.

The Cleveland Clinic Center for Mood Disorders Treatment and Research at Lutheran Hospital is the first program in Northeast Ohio to offer both inpatient and outpatient units dedicated to the treatment of mood disorders.