Karen had not been sleeping for 2 days and exhibited a significantly elevated energy level,before informing her partner and two young children that she was moving to California to pursuer a career as a comedian.She had been submitting jokes to Jay Leno,planned to make her debut on the Tonight Show,and predicted that she would be given her own television show by the end of the month.She is most likely experiencing a:
A) depressed episode.
B) delusion.
C) fugue.
D) manic episode.

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Karen's behavior is consistent with a manic episode, which is characterized by elevated mood, decreased need for sleep, increased energy and activity level, grandiosity, and potential for impaired judgment and decision-making. Her plans to become a comedian and predictions of success are examples of grandiosity and unrealistic thinking, which are common in manic episodes.

Karen Had Not Been Sleeping for 2 Days and Exhibited