Chapter 7 discusses Mood Disorders, which are the most common among the psychological disorders, and the risk of developing a mood disorder is increasing internationally, particularly among younger people. Understanding and defining mood disorders is a critical component of our assessment process, dictating the type of intervention we select to effectively treat our clients. People often demonstrate differences in symptoms of a particular disorder, despite having the same diagnosis. What is the difference between Dysthymia and Major Depressive Disorder? How might you approach treatment for either disorder? What is the difference between Cyclothymia and Bipolar Disorder both I and II? How might you approach treatment for all three disorders? Use clinical examples to illustrate your point if possible.