Love on the Edge: Navigating Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD) and Marital Distress – A Holistic Therapeutic Approach

Abstract

The present case report illustrated the challenging diagnostic case of Disruptive Mood Disorder (DMDD) with marital conflict. The study emphasizes the importance of various therapeutic strategies that manage relational conflicts, mood instability, and anger outbursts. A 27-year-old married man presented with constant irritability, frequent temper tantrums, and impulsive verbal violence that seriously disrupted his marriage. His clinical diagnosis was confirmed as DMDD and related features were assessed using the MSE, BDI-II, and CAARS along with behavioral monitoring via in-depth history. The patient's mood instability, behavior patterns, and relational difficulties were tracked down over several therapeutic sessions (including Cognitive-behavioral techniques, Breathing-based relaxation techniques. Islamically integrated anger management guidelines, and Behavior modification strategies). The patient showed improved insight, better-coping mechanisms, and decreased hostility towards his partner. Couple therapy austerely focuses on mutual tolerance, lessens the communication gap, and improves resolution options for saving their marriage, therefore raising marital satisfaction. Progress in emotional and interpersonal well-being was achieved by both psychiatric medication and the consistent use of learned strategies. This study emphasizes the need for a comprehensive therapy paradigm in treating individual psychopathology as well as relational discomfort in DMD patients.