Dysthymic Disorder

Dysthymia can be seen as having a greater frequency of depression but with less severe symptoms of Major Depression. Dysthymic disorder is the feeling of depression throughout the entire day, lasting for several days with minimal appearance of days not having a depressed feeling. The diagnosis of Dysthymic Disorder occurs when the duration of depressed days is ongoing for at least two years with symptoms such as fatigue, low self-esteem, change in eating habits and a feeling of hopelessness. There must also not be a manic or hypo-manic episode as associated with Major Depression.

Wellington Retreat has the ability to diagnose Dysthymic Disorder and treat it wholly utilizing the treatment team of psychiatric and medical personnel on staff. Our staff will combine medication and therapy sessions to correct possible maladaptive ways of coping with life on life’s terms. Wellington Retreat will also provide psychological tests to determine if any other disorders exist that may coincide with treatment for Dysthymia.