Dysthymic Disorder

Dysthymic Disorder is a mood disorder which continues over a two-year period, characterized by a majority of days of feeling down or sad.

These feelings are less intense than major depression but they still disrupt everyday life.

Some of the symptoms of dysthymic disorder include:
• Feelings of hopelessness
• Impairment in cognitive functioning including a hard time concentrating or making decisions
• Loss of appetite or overeating
• Low levels of energy
• Low self-esteem
• Problems with sleep

For more information on mood disorders and various treatment information, please click here.

The Brain Health Centre at Baycrest specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of mood and related disorders. For more information about our clinics in the Brain Health Centre, please click here.