Preferred Label : dysthymic disorder;

MeSH definition : Chronically depressed mood that occurs for most of the day more days than not for at least 2 years. The required minimum duration in children to make this diagnosis is 1 year. During periods of depressed mood, at least 2 of the following additional symptoms are present: poor appetite or overeating, insomnia or hypersomnia, low energy or fatigue, low self-esteem, poor concentration or difficulty making decisions, and feelings of hopelessness. (DSM-IV);

MeSH synonym : disorder, dysthymic; dysthymic disorders; Dysthymia; Persistent Depressive Disorder, Dysthymia;

MeSH hyponym : Neurotic Depression, Persistent Depressive Disorder;

Wikipedia link : https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dysthymia;

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Chronically depressed mood that occurs for most of the day more days than not for at least 2 years. The required minimum duration in children to make this diagnosis is 1 year. During periods of depressed mood, at least 2 of the following additional symptoms are present: poor appetite or overeating, insomnia or hypersomnia, low energy or fatigue, low self-esteem, poor concentration or difficulty making decisions, and feelings of hopelessness. (DSM-IV)

http://www.cochrane.org/fr/CD008121
2012
United Kingdom
France
French
meta-analysis
depressive disorder, major
antipsychotic agents
treatment outcome
dysthymic disorder
french abstract

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https://minerva-ebp.be/fr/article/729
2005
false
false
minerva-ebm.be
Belgium
French
critical appraisal or critical reading
aged
depression
depressive disorder
home care services
dysthymic disorder
united states
quality of life
Persons with Disabilities
patient care management

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