ICD-11 · 6A72

Dysthymic disorder

Characterized by persistently low mood lasting at least two years, less severe than in a major depressive episode but chronic and impairing. The individual rarely feels well, with typical two-month symptom-free periods absent. Functioning at work and in relationships is noticeably reduced over a long period.

Symptoms

ICD-11 diagnostic criteria

How to recognise

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

Differential diagnosis

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

Frequently asked questions

What are the symptoms of Dysthymic disorder?

Symptoms associated with Dysthymic disorder (ICD-11 6A72) include: Depressed mood, Low energy level, Low self-esteem, Pessimism and hopelessness, Sleep disturbances, Symptom duration of at least 2 years in adults (1 year in children or adolescents), Severity below threshold for a severe depressive episode, Impaired social and occupational functioning.

How is Dysthymic disorder diagnosed according to ICD-11?

According to ICD-11, the diagnostic criteria for Dysthymic disorder (6A72) include: utrzymujący się obniżony nastrój przez większość dni; czas trwania objawów co najmniej 2 lata.

What disorders are in the differential diagnosis of Dysthymic disorder?

The differential diagnosis of Dysthymic disorder (6A72) includes: Zaburzenie depresyjne z pojedynczym epizodem (6A70), Zaburzenie depresyjne nawracające (6A71).

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