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Verified for the 2026 examโขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Definition
Mood regulation refers to the process by which individuals maintain or modulate their emotional states. It involves the ability to regulate and control one's emotions in response to different situations.
Serotonin is a neurotransmitter that plays a role in mood regulation. Imbalances in serotonin levels have been associated with depression and other mood disorders.