Causes Of Pseudobulbar Affect

Pseudobulbar affect is a condition of emotional disturbance that occurs when individuals experience uncontrollable and sudden bouts of crying or laughing at inappropriate times. The condition most often affects patients with neurological problems that affect how the brain regulates emotion. Pseudobulbar affect patients experience normal emotions, but will randomly express them in an inappropriate or exaggerated way. This condition can sometimes remain undiagnosed for a long time, and it can also be mistaken for a number of different mood disorders. After pseudobulbar affect is diagnosed, it can be managed through medications. Patients with neurological conditions should talk to their neurologist if they believe they may have pseudobulbar affect. If individuals haven't been diagnosed with a neurological condition, pseudobulbar affect can sometimes be an indicator of an underlying condition.