Question

Ack 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 dysthymic. Jack's condition is referred to as _______________.
A.
Bipolar disorder

B.
Persistent Depressive Disorder

C.
Atypical Depression

D.
Dysfunctional Dysthymia

Answer 1

Answer:

D

Explanation:

If he had been diagnosed as Dysthymic, his condition is refered to as Dysfunctional Dysthymia. Bipolar disorder is another personality disorder that is more related to personality than mood. Persistent depressive disorder doesn't count on those intervals of  "normality".