Jack has experienced recurrent episodes of major depressive episodes.In the intervals between the episodes,he does not seem to return to "normal." In fact,during those periods,he has been diagnosed as have low-grade depression.Jack's condition is referred to as

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Double depression refers to the coexistence of major depressive episodes and dysthymia, which is a low-grade form of depression that persists for two years or more. Therefore, Jack's condition matches the description of double depression as he experiences recurrent major depressive episodes and also has low-grade depression in between those episodes. Bipolar disorder involves manic and depressive episodes, and atypical depression has different symptoms than those described for Jack. Dysfunctional dysthymia is not a recognized term in the DSM-5.

Jack Has Experienced Recurrent Episodes of Major Depressive Episodes