MDD Dysthymic Disorder

Characteri
stics
MDD (Major Depressive Disorder) Dysthymia Depressive Disorder

Chronic depressive state.

Sudden depressive state.

Onset It is generally milder compared to MDD and are more endur

Depression is present and significant most
ing. A person who suffers with this disorder does not exhibi
of the day.
t the depressive symptoms every day.

Extreme depression is manifested for a mi

nimum of two weeks. This type of depress
ive disorder is sub-divided into: Consistent depression is exhibited by a person most of the d
Duration ays, for a period of two years. If left without any psychother
Depressive Disorder Single Episode apy, dysthymia can progress to MDD which is more severe.

Depressive Disorder Recurrent Episodes

The major indicator of MDD is noticeable

in person who has lost interest to live and
decline interest in activities of daily livin
g.

Sleeplessness or oversleeping
Fatigue or loss of energy
Difficulty in concentrating
Signs and S
ymptoms
Unable to make sane decisions
Signs and symptoms of this disorder can cause distress, but
are not severe compared to that of MDD.
Change in eating habits, usually decrease or increase in app
etite
Sleeplessness or oversleeping

Suicidal thoughts Low self-esteem accompanied by hopelessness

Feelings of guilt, resentment, worthlessne Difficulty concentrating and making decisions

ss and

Extreme sadness and emptiness

Very low self-esteem

The need f
Person with MDD needs inpatient care to
or facility o In most cases, outpatient care is more commonly rendered t
prevent suicidal tendencies and ensure saf
r hospital c o persons having this disorder.
ety.
are