Medical Subject Headings

Last uploaded: March 22, 2026
Id http://purl.bioontology.org/ontology/MESH/D019263
http://purl.bioontology.org/ontology/MESH/D019263
Preferred Name

Dysthymic Disorder

Definitions
Chronically depressed mood that occurs for most of the day more days than not for at least 2 years. The required minimum duration in children to make this diagnosis is 1 year. During periods of depressed mood, at least 2 of the following additional symptoms are present: poor appetite or overeating, insomnia or hypersomnia, low energy or fatigue, low self-esteem, poor concentration or difficulty making decisions, and feelings of hopelessness. (DSM-IV)
Synonyms
Dysthymia
Dysthymia and Chronic Depression
Persistent Depressive Disorder, Dysthymia
Neurotic Depression, Persistent Depressive Disorder
Disorder, Dysthymic
Dysthymic Disorders
Type http://www.w3.org/2002/07/owl#Class
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