Also Known As:
Dysthymic Disorder, Depressive Neurosis,
Depressive Personality Disorder, Neurotic Depression, Minor Depression.
Common Misspellings:
Disthymia, Dysthimia, Disthimia
Related Resources:
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Definition:
A chronic depression of mood which does not meet
the criteria for Major Depression, in terms of either severity or duration of
individual episodes, although the criteria for Major Depression may have been
fulfilled in the past, particularly at the onset of the disorder. Sufferers may
have periods of days or weeks when they describe themselves as well, but most of
the time (often for months at a time) they feel tired and depressed; everything
is an effort and nothing is enjoyed. They brood and complain, sleep badly and
feel inadequate, but are usually able to cope with the basic demands of everyday
life.
Related Terms
• Major Depression
• Antidepressants
• Bipolar Disorder
Depression
Resources
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for treating depression and preventing its return.
Does it really work? It seems to help mild-to-moderate depression.
Chronic fatigue, thyroid problems & autoimmune disorders can mimic
depression.
Depression
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Resources chosen by NIH for their content.
A site with even more information on Depression
A site which emphasizes the biological basis for depression, but acknowledges
the role of psychotherapy as well.
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