cyclothymic disorder

a mood disorder characterized by periods of hypomanic symptoms and periods of depressive symptoms that occur over the course of at least 2 years. The number, duration, and severity of these symptoms do not meet the full criteria for a major depressive episode or a hypomanic episode. It often is considered to be a mild bipolar disorder. Also called cyclothymia.

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dysphoria

n. a mood characterized by generalized discontent and agitation. —dysphoric adj.