Mood changes: The mood fluctuation, irritability, aggravation, been snappy zippy and irritability can be part of depression as well as bipolar or anxiety underlying issues need to be evaluated carefully by a psychiatrist before a diagnosis is given.If your functional ability is compromised seeking good timely care will be best decision.We have a lot better meds if needed to address the mental health issues now.
Answered 10/3/2016
6.1k views
Unlikely: Bipolar disorder means longer periods of extreme moods — weeks, not seconds, minutes, or hours. Regular (unipolar) depression is more common, & often includes irritability. Brief mood swings are often a personality issue, not a mental disorder, especially if it's a long-term pattern. Some medical conditions & drugs (recreational or prescribed) can make rapid mood swings more likely too.
Answered 4/23/2016
6.1k views
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A doctor has provided 1 answer
9 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
A doctor has provided 1 answer
9 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your question