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dysthymic disorder
dysthymic disorder Dysthymic disorder is a diagnosis involving a persistent depressed mood present through much of the day on more days than not over a long period, typically 2 years and 1 year in children.
Dysthymic disorder is a diagnosis involving a persistent depressed mood present through much of the day on more days than not over a long period, typically 2 years and 1 year in children. The low mood is accompanied by at least two associated problems such as appetite or sleep disturbance, low energy, reduced self-esteem, trouble concentrating or deciding, or hopelessness.