Which of the following statements accurately describes the underlying similarity between cyclothymic disorder and dysthymic disorder?
A. Both have long-lasting symptoms that are milder than in other mood disorders.
B. Both involve depression that is not strong enough to be considered a mood disorder.
C. Both involve a reduction in neurotransmitters in the thymus gland.
D. Both involve at least one major depressive episode and one manic episode.
Answer: A
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