Dysthymic disorder refers to moderate Depression that persists for two (2) years or more.

Moreover, it is a Mood disorder involving chronic Depression of less intensity than major depressive disorders; involving depressed mood, with low self-esteem, withdrawal, pessimism, or despair, present for at least 2 years, with no absence of symptoms for more than 2 months.

Dysthymic disorder is also called DD or Dysthymia

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