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affective disorderMental disorder characterized by dramatic changes or extremes of mood. Affective disorders may include manic or depressive episodes less severe than those of bipolar disorder, such as anxiety and depression. Symptoms include elevated, expansive, or irritable moods, with hyperactivity, pressured (rapid and forced) speech, and inflated self-esteem; or dejected moods, characterized by lack of interest in life, sleep disturbances, agitation, and feelings of worthlessness or guilt. affective disorder [ə¦fek·tiv dis′ȯrd·ər] (psychology) Any of a group of disorders in which there is a prominent and persistent disturbance of mood and a full syndrome of associated symptoms, such as depressive disorders or bipolar disorder. Also known as mood disorder. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| The dispute continues as to whether FS should be regarded as a psychogenic disorder or as a somatic expression of a major affective disorder. Of the 29 patients reviewed, 59% (n=17) carried diagnoses of alcoholism, 68% (n=20) as having a major affective disorder (most usually depression), and 21% (n=6) were identified as having post-traumatic stress syndrome. |
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