A hypomanic episode refers to
A)a prolonged but less severe form of a manic episode that is easily treated.
B)a manic episode without hallucinations or delusions.
C)a manic episode that occurs without any depressive episodes.
D)a shorter and less severe form of a manic episode with less impairment in functioning.

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A hypomanic episode is a less severe form of a manic episode that lasts for a shorter period of time (at least 4 days) and has less impairment in functioning. During a hypomanic episode, an individual may have elevated or irritable mood, increased energy or activity levels, decreased need for sleep, racing thoughts, inflated self-esteem, distractibility, and engage in risky behaviors. Unlike a manic episode, a hypomanic episode does not involve hallucinations or delusions, and the disturbance is not severe enough to cause marked impairment in social or occupational functioning.

A Hypomanic Episode Refers to