DSM-5 Criteria: Persistent Depressive Disorder
What will be an ideal response?
Also known as Dysthymia
Less severe symptoms than with Major Depressive Episode, longer duration
Criterion A: Depressed mood and/or anhedonia
Most of the day, more days than not, > 2 years
Criterion B: At least 2 additional symptoms, including:
Appetite change sleep disturbance low energy / fatigue low self-esteem poor concentration / indecisive helplessness
During 2-year period of disturbance
Never without symptoms for > 2 months
No history of manic or similar episodes
NEW TO DSM-5: Symptoms may overlap with Major Depressive Episode
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