Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Affective Disorder.
Affective Disorder - as a noun
Any mental disorder not caused by detectable organic abnormalities of the brain and in which a major disturbance of emotions is predominant
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
emotional disorderemotional disturbancemajor affective disorderHypernyms (Closely Related)
disturbancefoliemental disordermental disturbancepsychological disorderHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"Bipolar disorder is a common affective disorder characterized by alternating episodes of mania and depression."
"Seasonal affective disorder is a type of affective disorder that occurs during specific seasons, typically winter."
"Postpartum depression is an affective disorder that can occur after giving birth."
"Major depressive disorder is a serious affective disorder characterized by persistent feelings of sadness and loss of interest."
"Dysthymic disorder is a chronic affective disorder that involves long-term symptoms of depression."
