Why mood changes every 5 minutes, and what to do

Mood swings cause discomfort and exhausting. Only that all was well, and suddenly felt sick - felt like crying, there was a feeling of anger and irritation. Such a state is sometimes the case with everyone. But in order to understand how to get rid of it, you need to know the exact cause.

Stress

The state of our organism depends largely on the state of health. When we experience a strong shock begins to intensively producedThe 4 Major Stress Hormones Cortisol - the hormone stress. This leads to fatigue, poor sleep and appetite, but even more influence on our behavior and mood.

What to do

Try to calm down and relax. Quickly recover and normalize mood helpMeditation: A simple, fast way to reduce stress Practice breathing or meditation.

If you can not hold a full meditation, try to retire to a quiet place for a couple of minutes. Relax, focus on the breath and the sensations in the body. Breathe evenly and deeply. Clear your head of thoughts and imagine that you are filled with peace of mind.

Meditative practices can help control mood.

The use of alcohol or drugs

If you abuse alcohol or are taking drugsThis may be the cause of sudden mood changes.

Psychoactive substances are addictiveAddiction: what is it?, And you can not ignore. Dependence leads to a loss of control over the behavior and emotions, because of this, the mood is constantly changing.

What to do

Dependence is difficult to get rid of their own. So the best way - to see a doctor.

If you are taking drugs or alcohol, but do not feel the addiction, try to abandon the use of at least a week. It turned out - so there is no dependence. Well, if you broke down, then just time to see a doctor. You can start with a psychologist or go directly to Narcologist.

When you get rid of dependence, mood back to normal.

Pregnancy

In pregnant women, mood swings - a common occurrence, especially during the first 6-10 weeks. This period is also called the first trimester.

To blame for the differences of physical stress, fatigue, changes in hormone levels - estrogen and progesterone. Two of these hormones regulateProgesterone and progestin: How do they work? the work of the female reproductive system. If the body produces too little, the problem starts with the mood and well-being.

What to do

First, consult your gynecologist. Hormones - a serious thing. Progesterone deficiency can causeProgesterone miscarriage or premature birth. Therefore, you must pass the inspection and to donate blood, to check the condition of the body. If fears are confirmed, the doctor will prescribe medication.

Second, sleep more, walk in the fresh air, eat well, try yoga and massage. In general, do everything to feel cheerful and not give yourself a reason to be sad.

Menopause

Studies showMenopause and Mood DisordersDuring menopause women are much more likely to appear anxiety, insomnia, symptoms of depression and changes in mood.

The reasons are hormonal changes, lack of support during the difficult period of ill health. Just one factor to affect the emotional state.

What to do

Before starting treatment, it would be good to know what caused the disorder. Will help determine the exact cause of the gynecologist.

If the differences are caused by changes in hormonal levels, fix itMenopause and Mood Disorders hormone therapy. And increased anxiety and depression symptoms can be removed antidepressants and anti-anxiety medications.

If serious reasons doctor has not found, try to improve the quality of life. Avoid stress, take rest and sleep mode, exercise, try meditation.

Mental disorders

A whole range of mental illness affects mood.

Here are the reasons can cause swings.

Bipolar disorder

This is the not merely mood swingsAnd periodsBipolar Disorder high (mania) and low (depressed). First you full of energy to such an extent that you are willing to move mountains, and then suddenly you slide into depression. Depression is often accompanied by suicidal thoughts.

cyclothymic disorder

symptomsCyclothymia (Cyclothymic Disorder) the same as in bipolar disorder, but are held in a milder form. Instead mania - hypomania, too, the energy rise, but much weaker. You can feel it as an elevated mood. Hypomania is replaced by mild depression, which had thoughts about suicide does not usually bring.

Borderline Personality Disorder

sentiment jumps last from several hours to several days. And changesBorderline Personality Disorder not only the mood, but also the values, interests and outlook. People with this disorder can not understand who they are and what role is played in this world. Therefore, rushing from side to side and go to extremes.

dysthymia

it is a chronicPersistent depressive disorder (dysthymia) depression, or, as the doctors say, a persistent depressive disorder. this state It can last for years and interfere with normal life. Emotional swings in patients with unusual: Not a good mood to bad, and from bad to terrible. That is, you constantly feel depressed, oppressed, sad and tired. Just at some point, these feelings less, in some - more.

Mood dysregulation disorder

this diagnosisDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder usually put only children. Tantrums, temper tantrums and irritability, sudden mood swings affect the performance and quality of life of the child. To cope with the problem, it is necessary to appeal to a child psychologist.

attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)

ADHD symptoms appear in childhood, but can persist in adolescence and adulthood. Inattention, impulsivity and hyperactivity - this is often a signAttention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder disorders, in addition to mood swings. A person can not focus on one thing, all the time twitches, rushing from one thing to another, and forgets or misses a deaf ear to important details.

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What to do

One by one to determine the changeable mood disorder, of course, impossible. And in general, diagnoses himself better not to. If you suspect something from the list, run to psychotherapist.

In the event of a failure to remove the symptoms, you can use behavioral therapy, antipsychotics, sedatives and other treatments that are prescribed by a doctor.

Thyroid disease

The thyroid gland regulates the production of hormones that control our mood. When the balance is disturbed in the bodyChanging Hormones and Mood Swings: What You Can DoIt affects brain chemistry and psycho-emotional state changes. It does not matter too much or too little hormone is released - it is equally bad.

Horse racing mood is not the worst thing that can happen to us because of irregularities in the thyroid. hormones affectWhat to know about hormonal imbalances the reproductive system, body temperature, blood pressure and pulse, weight, growth and development, metabolism and much more. Just not count. Imagine how much damage can cause hormonal failure, if the whole body is under the control of these substances.

mood swings by themselves do not yet speak about thyroid disease. But if with them you found other signs of an imbalance, it is an occasion to visit an endocrinologist.

Here are some of the symptomsWhat to know about hormonal imbalances:

• excessive sweating;
• insomnia;
• or a sharp set of weight loss;
• dry skin;
• high or low blood pressure;
• constant fatigue;
• excessive thirst;
• headache;
• hair loss;
• swelling in the neck;
• infringement menses - delays, heavy bleeding, severe pain.

What to do

Consult a doctor to take a blood test for hormones and undergo treatment, which will appoint a doctor. In another way here in any way. Self not only useless, but also dangerous.

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Even such a minor symptom like mood jumps, it may be a sign of serious disorders in the body. Do not ignore it.