Jesse Jackson Jr. Is Being Treated for a 'Mood Disorder': Is the Disorder Real or Fabricated?

by AdriHead Posted 2012/07/12 18:36:03

Related Topics: Jesse Jackson Jr, Mood Disorder, Depression, Treatment, Mental Illness, Medical, Bipolar, Stress, Science, Illinois, Jesse Jackson, Mental Disorder

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What's a mood disorder? Ask Jesse Jackson Jr. According to his office, the Democratic Representative from Illinois is "receiving intensive medical treatment at a residential treatment facility for a mood disorder." But don't worry: he's "expected to make a full recovery."

So, what does having a mood disorder even mean? There was a time when they used to call it having a "nervous breakdown," but now the description for the mental illness has been replaced with something much more clinical and politically correct. "Mood disorders" can either stem from depression or mania and when combined, can even lead to bipolar disorder. But calling it a "mood disorder" is opening up a whole new can of worms. Do you think the disorder is legitimate -- or is it just a simple case of stress and anxiety?

WASHINGTONPOST.COM reports:
Rep. Jesse Jackon Jr.’s exact diagnosis isn’t known; “mood disorders,” however, generally come as either depression or mania, or a combination of both.

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Son Of Anubis™ 2012/07/12 19:10:14

Fabricated

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He's either an alcoholic or he's hopped up on drugs....either way he should be kicked out of politics.

He learned to play the 'victim' from one of the best known 'victim/race hustlers-baiters' around...his Father.
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cthulhu'ssorrow 2012/07/20 16:55:35
mikeeonly 2012/07/20 01:04:47

Fabricated

not everyone can be mentally and emotionally strong, but one must at least make an attempt. There are some people who just can't help it and others who use it as a crutch.

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Andy 2012/07/18 14:31:13

Real

I am not surprised by this... didn't he make some 'outlandish' comments a couple of weeks ago, before this Mood Disorder was reported?? I wondered if he was troubled, or just being pushed by his dad and Al Sharpton....looks like it may have been both.

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Studied 2012/07/17 01:22:31

Fabricated

I say fabricated to keep him safely under wraps and away from the ongoing FBI investigation into the involvement in Obamas Senate seat sale. His best buddy just went to prison over this.

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Angryface01 2012/07/16 03:41:14

Real

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A mood disorder and a nervous breakdown are not the same thing.

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gary ® 2012/07/15 00:29:15

Real

Got to be real -- Santita has it too! Must be congenital, as in congenital fools (like their Father).

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DougE 2012/07/14 17:34:40

Fabricated

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I say fabricated, but it's probably real. The entire Jackson family is delusional, ignorant, and border line illiterate. It's got to be hard to keep up withe lies and propaganda his daddy puts out.

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MindaBrown to DougE 2012/07/15 16:59:15

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Trying to stay out of jail.

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Chi~Cat 2012/07/13 21:50:17

Fabricated

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We yawn at that POS. He is just overwhelmed by all the investigations going on and can't whore and rob his peeps taught to him by his azzhat Fah-jer. Biggest joke out here for the past month. Pressure is building up and that puke can't hack it. Try pulling that ploy at your job and they'll tell ya to take a hike.

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Debowman 2012/07/13 21:30:34

Fabricated

More liberal BS

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Margaret Jacobson 2012/07/13 19:57:11

Real

GET TREATMENT !!

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JERSEYDUDE 2012/07/13 19:02:11

Fabricated

in America everything is a disorder disease syndrome etc

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LisaSmith 2012/07/13 18:36:29

Fabricated

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beachbum 2012/07/13 18:24:27

Fabricated

I understand there are some ethics issues, so fabricating a 'mood disorder' would certainly be helpful in getting him out of the line of fire.

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keeper 2012/07/13 17:33:05

Fabricated

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He has a drug and alcohol abuse problem. Fire his butt from congress.

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TheMayor 2012/07/13 17:11:13

Fabricated

... i used to treat my 'mood disorder' with alcohol. Been sober for almost three decades and my mood improved greatly.

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tom.mairle 2012/07/13 17:10:58

Fabricated

Who really cares about him anyway? Why is it even 'news'? Is there nothing else for the media to report?

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Reikyrr 2012/07/13 17:10:01

Real

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Its called a period, usually only females suffer from its horrors.

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Sheila 2012/07/13 17:00:26

Fabricated

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He has the "I'm in a real bad mood unless I'm high" disorder. To expect honesty from the dems of today is like expecting a dog to become a vegan.

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George Romney 2012/07/13 16:57:22

Fabricated

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Does this mean he's not in the "mood" to serve his district in Congress?

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dominic garcia 2012/07/13 16:30:50

Fabricated

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The reason people have breakdowns is because they are under excessive stress. Not everyone can handle being corrupt. It usually gets to the point you start thinking of going to prison. That in itself can bring stress. I would say Obama's clan is starting to feel the heat as their mafia manners are getting exposed!

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Sheila to dominic... 2012/07/13 17:01:20

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dominic... to Sheila 2012/07/13 17:15:33

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Thanks Sheila, always love and appreciate your support. Keep up the good work, exposing the corruption in the Obama administration, it is HUGE!

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Sheila to dominic... 2012/07/13 17:27:39

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You have a great weekend my friend!! I will be off line for the majority of next week (actually going on a small vacation) so fight on and I will see you when I get back!!

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dominic... to Sheila 2012/07/13 19:18:20

Have a wonderful safe time and we will be holding up the fort. We will miss you....take care and God Bless You!

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Sheila to dominic... 2012/07/14 14:48:34

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You are so sweet!! Thank you so much!

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Pamela ... to dominic... 2012/07/13 21:33:17

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We need a COURSE CORRECTION IN NOVEMBER.

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dominic... to Pamela ... 2012/07/13 21:43:36

Absolutely, positively, without a single doubt Obama needs to go!!!!

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Buoyant Leadraft 2012/07/13 16:29:17

Fabricated

He is a rat fink snitch! I hope he gets planted into the ground when they find this phucker.

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gynger.fyer 2012/07/13 16:23:03

Real

We all go through bouts of depression in our lives, some more severe than others. I don't think we have any reason to believe other wise at this point. Depression is real so I wish him a speedy recovery.

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jackolantyrn356 2012/07/13 16:22:20

Real

my guess is that he is pre-diabetic. A scary thing that can get you murdered by yourself.

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Tony Cicarella 2012/07/13 15:53:40

Fabricated

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With a loon for a father it's not surprising that Jr is mentally unstable.

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johnc 2012/07/13 15:49:37

Real

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In the addictive world it is called recovery. I wish him well in his quest to end his drug dependency.

However must add:

NOBAMA, NOJACKASSON 2012

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whitewulf--the unruly mobster 2012/07/13 15:48:00
JenSemPa 2012/07/13 15:08:21

Fabricated

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It seems we classify a lot of things as "disorders" to excuse ourselves from responsibility for our behavior.

I'm not saying there's no such thing as a disorder. Some disorders are real and legitimate. But others aren't really "disorders." They're just ways we get out of being responsible for our actions.

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D Hanes 2012/07/13 15:07:27

Fabricated

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I would guess he is hiding out from investigation.. bUT if by chance there is something wrong with him.. I would say it would be the booze.. not some stupid fabricated mood disorder.. what is that exactly...

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SK-LIBERTY OVER EQUALITY 2012/07/13 15:04:03

Fabricated

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faking, just like Michael Jackson did when he was under indictment.

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jacktown kid 2012/07/13 15:01:02

Real

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Needs to disclose because of being a public figure

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☆ElenaDiamond☆ 2012/07/13 14:47:07

Fabricated

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I believe he is probably receiving treatment for an addiction to some type of drug. Probably pills.

There is so much stigma attached.

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Sheila to ☆ElenaD... 2012/07/13 17:04:08

And there should be. Adiction shows a lack of self control. That is something we have the right to know about our elected representatives!!

I know I sound harsh, but it seems like a cop out to me.

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