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dysthymia

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dysthymia /dys·thy·mia/ (-thi´me-ah) dysthymic disorder.
dys·thy·mi·a (ds-thm-)
n.
A mood disorder characterized by despondency or mild depression.

dys·thymic adj.

dysthymia
[disthim′ē·ə]
Etymology: Gk, dys + thymos, mind
a form of chronic unipolar depression that tends to occur in elderly persons with debilitating physical disorders, multiple interpersonal losses, and chronic marital difficulties. Several depressive episodes may merge into a low-grade chronic depressive state.

dysthymia (dis·thīˑ·mē·),
n a chronic form of a depressive disorder, symptoms of which are not as severe as other types of depressive disorders. An individual must present with feelings of depression on a daily basis for a period of at least two years to be diagnosed with this condition. At least three of the following symptoms must also be indicated over the same period of time: fatigue, low self-esteem, pessimistic attitude, a noninterest in typical activities, decreased concentration, irritability, decreased productivity, and excessive guilt. A full criteria for diagnosis is available in the
Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders or
DSM-IV. Counseling, lifestyle changes, nutritional supplements, and botanical medicines may lessen symptoms associated with this condition.


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