Dysthymic and cyclothymic disorders are types of __________ disorders.

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Dysthymic and cyclothymic disorders are both subtypes of mood disorders, which involve persistent disturbances in mood and/or emotions. Dysthymic disorder involves a chronically low mood that lasts for at least two years, while cyclothymic disorder involves periods of both hypomania (elevated mood) and mild depression that last for at least two years. Moderate mood disorder is not a recognized diagnostic category. Somatoform disorders involve physical symptoms without a clear medical explanation, dissociative disorders involve disruptions in consciousness or identity, and anxiety disorders involve excessive fear or worry.

Dysthymic and Cyclothymic Disorders Are Types of __________ Disorders