Beachside Teen Treatment Center
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Teen Mood Disorder Treatment
Affective disorders, otherwise known as mood disorders in teens are a broad category of mental health disorders that includes depression and bipolar disorders.
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Affective disorders, otherwise known as mood disorders in teens are a broad category of mental health disorders that includes depression and bipolar disorders. With a variety of disorders under one umbrella, ascertaining the specific disorder and appropriate treatment can be a challenge.Â
At Beachside Teen, our comprehensive mood disorder treatment programs for teens are centered on an effective and evidence-based model, rooted in long-term outcomes for the entire family.Â
Learn more about our teen mental health programs or call us now at 877-983-5144.
What Are Mood Disorders?
The cause of mood disorders in teens and adolescents is not fully understood and ongoing research is underway to gain a better understanding of this category of mental health disorders. What we do know is that there are certain chemicals in the brain that control positive moods, along with others called neurotransmitters that regulate the brain chemicals. This regulation affects the mood in one direction or another. An imbalance of chemicals alone, and/or in conjunction with unexpected events or traumatic circumstances in life that may induce high levels of stress, can cause mood disorders in teens.
Mood swings and mood disorders have multifactorial causes, which may also include genetic patterns. For example, if a mother has a past mood disorder problem this can be inherited by her daughter, and likewise from father to son.
Common Mood Disorders In Teens
- Major depression – Having less interest in usual activities, feeling sad or hopeless, for at least two weeks.
- Dysthymia – A chronic, low-grade, depressed, or irritable mood that lasts for at least two years.
- Bipolar disorder – This is a condition in which a person has periods of depression alternating with periods of mania, or elevated mood.
- Mood disorder related to another health condition – Many medical illnesses (including cancer, injuries, infections, and chronic illnesses) can trigger symptoms of depression.
- Substance-induced mood disorder – Symptoms of depression that are due to the effects of medication, drug abuse, alcoholism, exposure to toxins, or other forms of treatment.
Signs and Symptoms of Mood Disorders in Adolescents
- Constant feelings of sadness
- Hopeless or helpless feelings
- Low self-esteem
- Feeling inadequate
- Guilt
- Feeling one wants to die
- Lack of interest in activities once enjoyed
- Relationship problems
- Poor sleep patterns
- Dietary – weight loss or weight gain
- Lethargy
- Poor concentration
- Struggle to make decisions
- Suicidal thoughts
- Physical/illness issues (headache, stomach ache, or fatigue)
- Threats of running away from home
- Very sensitive to failure or rejection
- Irritable, hostile or aggressive behavior
Levels of Care for Teen Mood Disorder Treatment
At Beachside Teen Treatment Center, we provide tailored care to help teens navigate and manage mood disorders effectively.
- Residential Treatment Program: Our residential treatment program offers a safe and structured environment where teens receive 24/7 care to address the underlying causes of their mood disorders through intensive therapy and support.
- Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP): The partial hospitalization program (PHP) provides a structured day program for teens who need intensive therapy but benefit from returning home in the evenings, creating a balance between treatment and home life.
- Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP): Our intensive outpatient program (IOP) is designed for teens who require ongoing support while maintaining their daily responsibilities, such as attending school and engaging in family activities.
Our compassionate team is committed to helping teens find the right level of care to effectively manage mood disorders and build a healthier future.
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A full evaluation of the patient is required to determine the type of mood disorder or combination of disorders that the patient has. Once properly diagnosed, treatment in the form of medicine and therapy can be recommended.
It is important to get an accurate diagnosis of any disorder. If you suspect your teenager may have a mood disorder, a full evaluation must be considered. Once the patient and the condition are fully understood, the correct path of treatment can be offered to help your teen live a normal and successful life.
Why Beachside?
Beachside Treatment Center has a qualified and experienced team of professionals to properly and fully evaluate and treat teenagers with mood disorders and the other mental health disorders within this broad category. As a specialist mental health facility, Beachside Treatment Center provides individualized programs designed specifically for teenagers, all delivered in calm and relaxed atmosphere.
The Beachside Treatment Center team treats each case individually to ensure the very best results focused on long term recovery rather than simply a short term or quick fix.
Mark Paladini
Director of Education
Last Updated on March 12, 2025
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