I have been diagnosed with a mood disorder called cyclothimia, what is this?

Mild bipolar: Dsm-iv defines this as a very mild version of bipolar disorder. Neither the ups nor the downs are as severe and i'd hope that good psychotherapy alone could help you manage the moods. I'm always happy to avoid drugs and their side effects. Here's a link for definition: http://en.Wikipedia.Org/wiki/cyclothymia good luck!

Cyclothymia: Cyclothymia can be thought of as a low grade version of bipolar disorder. That is to say, cyclothymics do experience similar mood swings, but not to the intensity of those experienced by those suffering from bipolar disorder. A psychiatric evaluation is in order with appropriate mood stabilizing meds as needed and a referral to a reputable psychotherapist who specializes in mood disorders.