PDD, also known as dysthymia, is a prolonged and less intense form of depression that can last for years or even one's entire life.
Unlike MDD, or Major Depressive Disorder, which is characterized by extreme manic depressive episodes that last for short periods of time, Persistent Depressive Disorder is characterized by long-term and generally milder depressive symptoms that persist for at least two years.
People suffering with this form of depression are less likely to seek help, as many believe their symptoms to be an inevitable result of their life experiences and who they are rather than something curable that they could possibly be rid of. For this reason, PDD is largely undiagnosed and many suffering this never receive help or the treatment they need.
A person suffering from Persistent Depressive Disorder will probably agree with the following statements:
"I can't remember the last time I was truly happy."
"I haven't had a 'good day' in a really long time."
"I find it difficult to think about things that make me happy because it just makes me remember that nothing is permanent and everything good in my life will eventually disappear."
It is important that people with Persistent Depressive Disorder receive a diagnosis and the treatment and support that they need because people suffering from this treatable disorder have a high suicide rate and need to know that they are loved and that they don't have to suffer forever.
Unlike MDD, or Major Depressive Disorder, which is characterized by extreme manic depressive episodes that last for short periods of time, Persistent Depressive Disorder is characterized by long-term and generally milder depressive symptoms that persist for at least two years.
People suffering with this form of depression are less likely to seek help, as many believe their symptoms to be an inevitable result of their life experiences and who they are rather than something curable that they could possibly be rid of. For this reason, PDD is largely undiagnosed and many suffering this never receive help or the treatment they need.
A person suffering from Persistent Depressive Disorder will probably agree with the following statements:
"I can't remember the last time I was truly happy."
"I haven't had a 'good day' in a really long time."
"I find it difficult to think about things that make me happy because it just makes me remember that nothing is permanent and everything good in my life will eventually disappear."
It is important that people with Persistent Depressive Disorder receive a diagnosis and the treatment and support that they need because people suffering from this treatable disorder have a high suicide rate and need to know that they are loved and that they don't have to suffer forever.
He seemed distant and avoidant for a while. I wasn't aware he was suffering from Persistent Depressive Disorder.
Antidepressants have been found to be successful in treating patients with Persistent Depressive Disorder.
Persistent Depressive Disorder is a long-term form of depression that is generally milder than other types but can weigh greatly on someone over time.
Antidepressants have been found to be successful in treating patients with Persistent Depressive Disorder.
Persistent Depressive Disorder is a long-term form of depression that is generally milder than other types but can weigh greatly on someone over time.
by demiromantic_asexual_girl_liz January 21, 2023
Get the Persistent Depressive Disordermug. Dude 1: "Dude, this is the tenth time you've listened to this song."
Dude 2: "I know, dude. It's my go to depression song."
Dude 1: "Shit. Was it Rebecca?"
Dude 2: "Yep."
Dude 2: "I know, dude. It's my go to depression song."
Dude 1: "Shit. Was it Rebecca?"
Dude 2: "Yep."
by Portugal. The Man December 10, 2017
Get the go to depression songmug. Post Ingestion Depression i.e. "I know I shouldn't have eaten that"
"Mmmm this tastes so good...a few minutes later...I'm fat why did i eat that."
"Mmmm this tastes so good...a few minutes later...I'm fat why did i eat that."
by SummerGirlOO13 July 25, 2013
Get the Post Ingestion Depressionmug. -What's wrong with Davis?
-He's just suffering from post boredom depression. He's never the same after football season is over.
-He's just suffering from post boredom depression. He's never the same after football season is over.
by Jeffy_912 March 4, 2015
Get the post boredom depressionmug. A mood swing triggered by the traumatic experience of mistaking oatmeal raisin cookies for chocolate chip.
My mom baked some chocolate chip cookies last weekend, I was so excited until I inspected them closely and realized they were full of mummified grapes! My Oatmeal Raisin Depression was so bad I didn't leave my room for the rest of the day.
by Kancolle Marine Sexpert March 6, 2018
Get the Oatmeal Raisin Depressionmug. Post Kiyoko Depression (PKD) is experienced when you can't stop crying after having met or seen Hayley Kiyoko. Side effects may include crying, distancing yourself from others, and/or replying with "I MISS YOU BABY ðŸ˜" at everything she tweets.
Ashlyn: OMFG MY POST KIYOKO DEPRESSION IS STILL NOT GONE AND IT'S BEEN A MONTH.
Norma: SAMEEEE I MISS HER HUGS, I MISS HER CUTE VOICE, I MISS EVERYTHING ABOUT HER ðŸ˜
Norma: SAMEEEE I MISS HER HUGS, I MISS HER CUTE VOICE, I MISS EVERYTHING ABOUT HER ðŸ˜
by kiyokoscenes August 11, 2018
Get the Post Kiyoko Depressionmug. The feeling of sadness and depression a man or woman has after slightly shitting his or herself unintentionally.
John couldn't wait any longer. He knew he would suffer PSD (Post Shartum Depression) but the pain was too much to bare. So he shit himself.
by Master of Disguise May 8, 2012
Get the Post Shartum Depressionmug.