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Dysthymic disorder

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Dysthymic disorder is a condition consisting of constant, mild sadness. It is not as severe as a major depression.

Dr. Kat Kat reviewed this

33 years experience

Is a type of:

Depression

How long it usually lasts:

Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)

How common it is:

Common

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