MOOD & AFFECT

1. – Focusing on the present moment without judgment.
5. – Loss of interest or pleasure in activities once enjoyed.
6. – A person’s sustained emotional state (happy, sad, angry, etc.).
7. illness – Conditions that affect thinking, mood, or behavior (e.g., depression, anxiety, schizophrenia).
9. distress – Feelings of extreme worry, tension, or restlessness that affect daily life.
11. – Feelings such as happiness, sadness, fear, or anger.
13. – A stable, “normal” mood (not depressed or overly elevated).

2. – When emotional distress shows up as physical symptoms (e.g., headache, stomach pain) without a clear medical cause.
3. modification – Changing unhelpful thoughts to healthier, more realistic ones.
4. syndrome – A dangerous reaction from too much serotonin, often due to medications; causes agitation, confusion, muscle rigidity, high fever.
8. – A long-term, mild form of depression lasting two or more years.
9. – The outward display of emotions (facial expression, tone of voice, body language).
10. mental illness – Severe mental health disorders that greatly interfere with daily life (e.g., schizophrenia, bipolar disorder).
12. health – A state of well-being where a person can cope with stress, work, and relationships.