What is Cyclothymia? – How is it different from bipolar disorder?

Dr. Tracy Marks discusses cyclothymic disorder, a mood disorder with symptoms of hypomania and depression that are less severe than those in bipolar disorder. Cyclothymia involves rapid mood cycling and can start in adolescence or early adulthood. It may develop into bipolar disorder in some cases. Treatment often involves cognitive behavior therapy rather than medication due to the mild nature of symptoms.

What is the typical age of onset for cyclothymic disorder?

Discuss the potential progression of cyclothymic disorder to bipolar disorder.

What treatment approaches are recommended for cyclothymic disorder?