Mood swings

Mood swings refer to sudden, unpredictable shifts in our emotions. They can drastically impact how we interpret and react to situations. While mild mood changes are common, extreme swings can signal an underlying condition like clinical depression, bipolar disorder, PMS, or other hormonal imbalances.
What triggers mood swings?

• Stress - Work, relationships, trauma, or exhaustion can strain our coping abilities


• Hormones - Fluctuations related to menstrual cycles, pregnancy, perimenopause, etc.


• Medications - Antidepressants, steroids, and more


• Substance abuse - Withdrawals, for example


• Diet also plays a key role. Skipping meals leads to low blood sugar while caffeine, alcohol, and recreational drugs also influence mood.

How to stabilize mood swings

• Eat regularly - Don't skip meals and ensure a balanced, nutritious diet


• Exercise - At least 30 minutes daily to boost feel-good endorphins


• Reduce stress through yoga, meditation, massage, or talk therapy


• Support hormones - Consult doctors to address hormonal conditions or imbalances


• Avoid triggers like excessive alcohol and make healthy lifestyle choices

The compassionate medical team at Hormone Wellness Institute understands how debilitating mood swings can be. We customize integrative treatment plans to identify and address the root causes of hormone issues leading to mood instability. With personalized care, advanced testing, nutrition plans, stress reduction techniques, and supplement support, we empower patients to take control of mood fluctuations.

Our holistic therapies bring the body back into balance from the inside out. We also provide mental health referrals and counseling resources to ensure comprehensive treatment.