Send us a Text Message.Ever wondered how to distinguish between mood and affect in a clinical setting? Join us on this episode of the Licensure Exams podcast with Dr. Linton Hutchinson and Stacey Frost as we uncover the critical differences that can transform your mental health assessments. We kick off with a lighthearted chat about weather differences in Florida and Michigan, before diving into how to identify and document mood and affect effectively. Learn to master terms like "euthymic" and "dysphoric," and understand their significance in diagnosing disorders such as major depressive disorder and bipolar disorder.Get ready to enhance your clinical practice with our deep dive into the nuances of mood and affect. From understanding anhedonia to recognizing the signs of elevated or expansive moods that could indicate mania, we cover it all. Discover how to use descriptors like congruent, incongruent, broad, and labile to accurately assess affect and gain insights into conditions such as schizophrenia and personality disorders. Plus, Stacey gives us a preview of an upcoming episode on adjustment disorder. Don’t miss out on this chance to sharpen your mental health assessment skills!If you need to study for your national licensing exam, try the free samplers at: LicensureExamsThis podcast is not associated with the NBCC, AMFTRB, ASW, ANCC, NASP, NAADAC, CCMC, NCPG, CRCC, or any state or governmental agency responsible for licensure.