Disruptive Mood Dysregulation
RESOURCES FOR PATIENTS AND CAREGIVERS
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD) is a mental health condition that involves severe irritability, anger, and frequent temper outbursts in children and adolescents.
US Cases:
World Cases: 206million
Sex Ratio: M+/F
Age Onset: Age 10
Brain Area: medialfrontalgyrus/anteriorcing
Symptoms: regular bad mood and temper
Progression: most recover over time, if in safety
Therapies: EMDR, hypnotherapy, support +
Medications: maybe anti-depressants/anti-anxiety
YouTube Video: What is Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder?
Amazon or Library book: Disruptive Mood-Dysregulation Journal
Support Groups:
nami.org, National Alliance on Mental Illness, Helpline-800-9506264 (M-F, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Eastern Time)