Woman is diagnosed with cyclothymic disorder

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After a thorough evaluation and physical exam, a 38-year-old woman is diagnosed with cyclothymic disorder. Which of the following clinical characteristics must be present to make this diagnosis? Symptoms are concurrent with substance abuse Symptoms are never gone for more than two consecutive months Symptoms are present continually for two years Symptoms do not cause serious psychosocial impairment.

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