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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Irritability | |||
| synonyms = | |||
| specialty = [[Psychiatry]], [[Neurology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Agitation]], [[frustration]], [[anger]], [[mood swings]] | |||
| complications = [[Stress]], [[anxiety]], [[depression]] | |||
| onset = Any age | |||
| duration = Variable | |||
| causes = [[Stress]], [[sleep deprivation]], [[hormonal changes]], [[mental health disorders]] | |||
| risks = [[Chronic stress]], [[mental health disorders]], [[substance abuse]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Clinical assessment]], [[patient history]] | |||
| differential = [[Anxiety disorders]], [[depression]], [[bipolar disorder]], [[attention deficit hyperactivity disorder]] | |||
| treatment = [[Cognitive behavioral therapy]], [[medication]], [[lifestyle changes]] | |||
| medication = [[Antidepressants]], [[mood stabilizers]], [[anxiolytics]] | |||
| frequency = Common | |||
| deaths = | |||
}} | |||
'''Irritability''' is a feeling of agitation that you might experience when you're stressed or tired. Although it can often be confused with [[anger]], irritability is more about your intolerance towards others and your environment. | '''Irritability''' is a feeling of agitation that you might experience when you're stressed or tired. Although it can often be confused with [[anger]], irritability is more about your intolerance towards others and your environment. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Irritability can be caused by several factors, including: | Irritability can be caused by several factors, including: | ||
* [[Stress]]: This is one of the most common causes of irritability. When you're stressed, you may find it difficult to relax or to think clearly, which can make you feel irritable. | * [[Stress]]: This is one of the most common causes of irritability. When you're stressed, you may find it difficult to relax or to think clearly, which can make you feel irritable. | ||
* [[Lack of sleep]]: Not getting enough sleep can also make you feel irritable. This is because your body needs sleep to function properly. | * [[Lack of sleep]]: Not getting enough sleep can also make you feel irritable. This is because your body needs sleep to function properly. | ||
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* [[Mental health conditions]]: Certain mental health conditions, such as [[depression]], [[anxiety]], and [[bipolar disorder]], can cause irritability. | * [[Mental health conditions]]: Certain mental health conditions, such as [[depression]], [[anxiety]], and [[bipolar disorder]], can cause irritability. | ||
* [[Physical health conditions]]: Certain physical health conditions, such as [[hypothyroidism]] or [[diabetes]], can also cause irritability. | * [[Physical health conditions]]: Certain physical health conditions, such as [[hypothyroidism]] or [[diabetes]], can also cause irritability. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for irritability depends on its cause. If it's due to a physical health condition, treating that condition may help reduce your irritability. If it's due to a mental health condition, [[psychotherapy]] or medication may be helpful. Lifestyle changes, such as getting enough sleep, eating a healthy diet, and reducing stress, can also help. | Treatment for irritability depends on its cause. If it's due to a physical health condition, treating that condition may help reduce your irritability. If it's due to a mental health condition, [[psychotherapy]] or medication may be helpful. Lifestyle changes, such as getting enough sleep, eating a healthy diet, and reducing stress, can also help. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Anger]] | * [[Anger]] | ||
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* [[Depression]] | * [[Depression]] | ||
* [[Stress]] | * [[Stress]] | ||
[[Category:Emotions]] | [[Category:Emotions]] | ||
[[Category:Mental health]] | [[Category:Mental health]] | ||
[[Category:Psychology]] | [[Category:Psychology]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 23:12, 3 April 2025
| Irritability | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | Psychiatry, Neurology |
| Symptoms | Agitation, frustration, anger, mood swings |
| Complications | Stress, anxiety, depression |
| Onset | Any age |
| Duration | Variable |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Stress, sleep deprivation, hormonal changes, mental health disorders |
| Risks | Chronic stress, mental health disorders, substance abuse |
| Diagnosis | Clinical assessment, patient history |
| Differential diagnosis | Anxiety disorders, depression, bipolar disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Cognitive behavioral therapy, medication, lifestyle changes |
| Medication | Antidepressants, mood stabilizers, anxiolytics |
| Prognosis | N/A |
| Frequency | Common |
| Deaths | |
Irritability is a feeling of agitation that you might experience when you're stressed or tired. Although it can often be confused with anger, irritability is more about your intolerance towards others and your environment.
Causes[edit]
Irritability can be caused by several factors, including:
- Stress: This is one of the most common causes of irritability. When you're stressed, you may find it difficult to relax or to think clearly, which can make you feel irritable.
- Lack of sleep: Not getting enough sleep can also make you feel irritable. This is because your body needs sleep to function properly.
- Hormonal changes: Hormonal changes, such as those that occur during menstruation, pregnancy, or menopause, can also cause irritability.
- Mental health conditions: Certain mental health conditions, such as depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder, can cause irritability.
- Physical health conditions: Certain physical health conditions, such as hypothyroidism or diabetes, can also cause irritability.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for irritability depends on its cause. If it's due to a physical health condition, treating that condition may help reduce your irritability. If it's due to a mental health condition, psychotherapy or medication may be helpful. Lifestyle changes, such as getting enough sleep, eating a healthy diet, and reducing stress, can also help.
