Jack has experienced recurrent episodes of major depressive disorder.In the intervals between the episodes,he does not seem to return to "normal." In fact,during those periods,he has been diagnosed as dysthymic.What condition does Jack most likely have?

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Jack's recurrent major depressive episodes suggest that he may have major depressive disorder. The fact that he does not return to his previous level of functioning in between these episodes indicates that he has a chronic low-level of depression, which is characteristic of dysthymia. When someone experiences both major depressive episodes and dysthymia, this is known as double depression.

Jack Has Experienced Recurrent Episodes of Major Depressive Disorder