dysthymic
disorder
tulsa oklahoma
Dysthymic Disorder is a
A lot of individuals who have this condition often describe a constant feeling of unhappiness that sticks around for a really long time. They might even think it's just a part of who they are.
Although there might be days when things seem a bit better, those with dysthymia tend to have more tough days than good ones. Even during happy times, they struggle to feel joy.mood disorder where people experience depressive symptoms for over two years.
experiencing these?
Do you have any of these experiences? Feeling like you can't do anything or like there's no hope
Not getting enough sleep or sleeping too much
Not feeling hungry or eating too much
Feeling really tired or having no energy
Having a hard time focusing
Struggling to make choices
Feeling down
Thinking you're not good enough
Not enjoying things you used to like
Feeling bad about things that happened before
Getting really angry a lot
While it's normal for
everyone to feel sad or angry from time to time, people dealing with dysthymia have these feelings sticking around long after the situation that triggered them has passed. These persistent negative emotions can start to affect their relationships, work or school performance, and daily activities.
Dysthymic disorder is marked by an overall gloomy mood, and it differs from depression in a couple of key ways. First, the depressive symptoms aren't as intense as those experienced in major depressive disorder.
People with dysthymia often describe their emotional state as operating at about 75%—not really experiencing happiness, but also not hitting rock bottom like in major depressive disorder. Sometimes, thoughts of suicide may cross their minds, but they typically don't turn into concrete plans as they might in major depressive disorder.
Another important aspect of Dysthymic
Disorder is how long it sticks around. Sometimes, clients don't even realize they have this disorder because it has been with them for such a long time.
It often begins during adolescence or early adulthood, which are periods of significant physical and mental changes. People might think these symptoms are just part of who they are. They might label themselves as naturally pessimistic or grumpy and may not actively seek ways to improve their mood.
The good news is that there are
various treatments available for dysthymic disorder that can assist individuals in managing their symptoms and cultivating a more positive outlook on life. Every person deserves to feel valued and important. Finding the bright side of life and experiencing deep happiness and connection with others are vital for achieving success and fulfillment.
Therapists at Exhale Counseling and Wellness collaborate with clients to develop personalized techniques. These strategies help individuals when negative thoughts try to take control. Through this teamwork, clients and therapists work together to address irrational thinking, illogical responses, and negative self-talk that have been holding back emotional growth.
Therapists at Exhale Counseling
and Wellness collaborate with clients to develop personalized techniques. These strategies help individuals when negative thoughts try to take control. Through this teamwork, clients and therapists work together to address irrational thinking, illogical responses, and negative self-talk that have been holding back emotional growth.
We understand the challenges you've been facing and the suffering you've endured. The good news is that there is hope for conditions like this. By learning new ways of thinking and making positive lifestyle changes, you can find your way back to a brighter future.