ADHD and cyclothymia are two separate disorders, and each disorder has its own risk factors, symptoms, and treatment. But according to research, there’s some overlap between the two conditions.

While the exact causes of cyclothymia are unknown, certain life events may trigger cyclothymia if you’re predisposed to this condition. It’s impossible to predict who will experience a mental ...

Cyclothymia involves frequent shifts between hypomania and depression, aka high and low mood states. These symptoms are milder than bipolar disorder mood episodes, but it's essential to get support.