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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