How long do symptoms of chronic depression (dysthymia) last?

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  1.  Donna Hill Howes
     
    Donna Hill Howes answered:
    To be classified as chronic depression (dysthymia), depression symptoms such as low, dark, or sad mood must last at least two years. If untreated, symptoms of dysthymia can continue for years.
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    To be classified as chronic depression (dysthymia), depression symptoms such as low, dark, or sad mood must last at least two years. If untreated, symptoms of dysthymia can continue for years. More