Cyclothymic disorder
A) may be specified as a subtype of schizoaffective disorder.
B) includes both hypomanic and depressive symptoms.
C) includes symptoms of mania and hypomania.
D) cannot be diagnosed in children.

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Cyclothymic disorder is a mood disorder that involves both hypomanic and depressive symptoms, but not as severe as those in bipolar disorder. It is not a subtype of schizoaffective disorder and can be diagnosed in children.

Cyclothymic Disorder