Cyclothymic Disorder

Question 1

What is the etymology of cyclothymic disorder and its meaning?

Answer 1

Cyclos: Circle/Cycle
Thymos: soul, mind

Question 2

Cyclothymic Disorder is a mood disorder characterized by frequent swings between ______ and ______?

Answer 2

hypomania (elevated mood) and mild depression

Question 3

Compared to bipolar disorder, the symptoms of cyclothymia are…?

Answer 3

less severe and shorter-lived

Question 4

What are the two episodes of cyclothymia?

Answer 4

1. Hypomanic episodes
2. Depressive episodes

Question 5

What are the symptoms of hypomanic episodes

Answer 5

Overly talkative, easily irritated, making impulsive decisions

1. Increased energy and activity level
2. Racing thoughts and pressured speech
3. Difficulty sleeping
4. Inflated self-esteem
5. Poor judgment

Question 6

What are the symptoms of depressive episodes?

Answer 6

social withdrawal, isolation, difficulty connecting with others

1. Feeling sad or hopeless
2. Loss of interest in activities once enjoyed
3. Changes in appetite or sleep
4. Difficulty concentrating
5. Feelings of guilt or worthlessness

Question 7

In what year, a German psychiatrist _____ introduces Cyclothymia, differentiating from Bipolar Disorder

Answer 7

1877, German psychiatrist E. Hecker

Question 8

In which year, ______ refines the concept with a focus on milder mood swings?

Answer 8

1882, Karl Kahlbaum

Question 9

In what year does “Cyclothymic Personality” appear in DSM-I, acknowledging the underlying conflicts toward mood swings

Answer 9

1952

Question 10

Now, Cyclothymic Disorder remains a diagnosis in DSM-5 treating with ________.

Answer 10

Psychotherapy/medication

Question 11

Cognitive approach to the cause of Cyclothymic disorder

Answer 11

Negative or distorted thinking patterns contribute to mood swings

Question 12

Behavioral Neuroscience approach to the cause of Cyclothymic disorder

Answer 12

Neurochemical imbalances or brain activity patterns underlying mood fluctuations

Question 13

Sociocultural approach to the cause of Cyclothymic disorder

Answer 13

Social interactions, cultural expectations, and stress can impact mood regulation

Question 14

Cognitive treatment for Cyclothymic disorder

Answer 14

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Identifying triggers
Challenging negative thoughts
Developing coping mechanisms

Question 15

Sociocultural treatment for Cyclothymic disorder

Answer 15

Psychoeducation
Social skills training
Family therapy

Question 16

Behavioral Neuroscience treatment for Cyclothymic disorder

Answer 16

Medication
Understanding Neurochemistry
Brain imaging / Genetic testing