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Health Encyclopedia: Dysthymia

Alternative Names

Neurotic depression (dysthymia); Dysthymic disorder; Chronic depression; Depression - chronic

Treatment

As with other forms of depression, there are a number of treatment options for people with dysthymia. Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors such as fluoxetine (Prozac) are often used. Talk therapies, such as cognitive/behavioral therapy and interpersonal therapy, have also been shown to be effective.

Some evidence suggests the combination of medicat...

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