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Dysthymia

Alternative names:

dysthymic disorder; neurotic depression (dysthymia)

Symptoms:

  • depressed mood for most of the day
    • depressed more days than not
    • continues for 2 years or longer

  • poor appetite or overeating
  • insomnia or hypersomnia
  • low energy or fatigue
  • low self-esteem
  • poor concentration
  • feelings of hopelessness

Signs and tests:

The person's own description of the behavior usually leads to diagnosis of the disorder. A physical examination is given to rule out physical cause, and a psychological evaluation is given to rule out other psychiatric disorders.


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