Dysthymia is a type of low-grade depression that last for at least two years, it’s more common in women than men. Dysthymia symptoms may occur in childhood and continue throughout adulthood. Though dysthymia is a short term and less severe than major depression, the chronic symptoms have a negative effect on the daily basis of the individual. People suffering from dysthymia are prescribed antidepressant, which will help with reducing symptoms. Unfortunately, people with dysthymia often try to cope with their negative moods by using alcohol and other drugs. Even when people are on an antidepressant medication they will continue to use alcohol and other drugs. Due to the substance use it reduces the effectiveness of the medication. There would
