dysthymia

dysthymia
n.
a permanent state of mildly lowered mood. This never reaches the severity of clinical depression but it can impair the person's quality of life. It is often associated with emotionally unstable personality disorder. Treatment options include psychotherapy and SSRIs in high doses.
Derivatives:
dysthymic adj.

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