Mood Disorders HealthQM

What Is a Mood Disorder?

ByTarik Regad

A mood disorder is an emotional state or mood characterized by inconsistency or swings in expressing emotions such as sadness, irritability, aggressivity, impulsivity, and excessive happiness. In the US, it was estimated that about 21.4 % of adults would experience a mood disorder in their life [1]. In the UK, it was estimated that 1…

Snoring HealthQM

What Is the Reason for Snoring?

ByTarik Regad

During sleep, the whole body relaxes, including the mouth, tongue, and airways (nose and throat) which make them vibrate when we breathe causing snoring. It is estimated that about 40 percent of adult men and 24 percent of adult women are regular snorers [1].  1. Is Snoring Dangerous? Although snoring is harmless, it can also be due to…