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Conversely, borderline personality disorder features rapid and unpredictable mood shifts that can occur within hours or even minutes. It's extremely rare to see a mood in BPD last more than a few days. This rapid cycling adds to the chaos of the disorder, making it more difficult for those around the individual to identify consistent patterns or predict future behavior.
The Relationship Between Mood and Underlying Conditions
Another critical distinction pertains to the nature of mood episodes in each disorder. In bipolar disorder, fluctuations in mood are directly related to the underlying mood disorder itself. These episodes are outcomes of neurochemical and genetic factors that influence mood over extended periods.