ICD-11 · 6A62

Cyclothymic disorder

Characterized by persistent mood fluctuations between mild highs in energy and periods of low mood lasting at least two years, with no extended symptom-free periods. Neither the elevated nor the depressed phases reach the threshold for a full manic or depressive episode. The chronic instability of mood affects everyday relationships and functioning.

Symptoms

ICD-11 diagnostic criteria

How to recognise

In the ICD-11 framework, the core symptoms taken into account when recognising Cyclothymic disorder are:

Differential diagnosis

When diagnosing Cyclothymic disorder, the following ICD-11 disorders should be considered in the differential diagnosis:

Frequently asked questions

What are the symptoms of Cyclothymic disorder?

Symptoms associated with Cyclothymic disorder (ICD-11 6A62) include: Mood swings, Periods of increased energy and activity (subclinical hypomania), Depressed mood, Irritability, Mood changes, Mood swings, Severity of mood shifts below threshold for manic or depressive episode, Family history of bipolar disorder.

How is Cyclothymic disorder diagnosed according to ICD-11?

According to ICD-11, the diagnostic criteria for Cyclothymic disorder (6A62) include: przewlekłe wahania nastroju przez co najmniej 2 lata; naprzemienne okresy objawów hipomaniakalnych i depresyjnych o niewielkim nasileniu.

What disorders are in the differential diagnosis of Cyclothymic disorder?

The differential diagnosis of Cyclothymic disorder (6A62) includes: Zaburzenie dwubiegunowe typu I (6A60), Zaburzenie dwubiegunowe typu II (6A61), Zaburzenie depresyjne nawracające (6A71).

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