What causes irritability?
Many things can cause irritability. The causes can be divided into two general categories: physical and psychological.
Some common psychological causes of irritability include:
stress
anxiety
depression
bipolar disorder
schizophrenia
autism
Some common physical causes include:
sleep deprivation
low blood sugar
ear infections
toothaches
diabetes
flu
Medical conditions that cause hormonal changes can also affect your mood. Examples include:
menopause
premenstrual syndrome (PMS)
polycystic ovary syndrome (POS)
hyperthyroidism
diabetes
You may also experience irritability as a side effect of medication that you're taking. Other potential causes include:
drug use
alcoholism
nicotine withdrawal
caffeine withdrawal
Symptomsthat often accompany irritability
In some cases, your feelings of irritability may be accompanied or preceded by other symptoms.
For example, these symptoms might include:
sweatingracing heartfast breathingconfusionanger
If a hormonal imbalance is causing your irritability, you may have symptoms such as:
feverheadachehot flashesirregular menstrual cyclesreduced sex drivehair loss
(https://www.healthline.com/symptom/irritable-mood)
Habits of the Irritated
Gritting Teeth
Eye Twitching
Swearing
Breathing through nose
Consume themselves in an activity
Not talking much
Crying
Drinking
Destroy things around you
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