Which episode type is defined by persistently elevated or irritable mood with increased energy lasting at least one week?

Which episode type is defined by persistently elevated or irritable mood with increased energy lasting at least one week?

• A. Hypomanic Episode
• B. Manic Episode
• C. Major Depressive Episode
• D. Bipolar I Disorder

Answer: (B)

Manic episode is defined by a persistently elevated or irritable mood with increased energy or activity, lasting at least one week (unless hospitalization is needed). This duration, along with the clear change in mood and energy, sets manic episodes apart from others. People experience features such as inflated self-esteem, decreased need for sleep, more talkative than usual, racing thoughts, distractibility, and sometimes risky or impulsive behavior. The length and the level of impairment are key: a full week of symptoms with noticeable impact on functioning signals a manic episode. In contrast, hypomanic episodes have similar symptoms but last at least four days and do not cause marked impairment or require hospitalization. Major depressive episodes involve depressed mood or anhedonia rather than elevated mood. Bipolar I Disorder is diagnosed when someone has had at least one manic episode (depressive episodes may occur, but aren’t required for the diagnosis).

Manic episode is defined by a persistently elevated or irritable mood with increased energy or activity, lasting at least one week (unless hospitalization is needed). This duration, along with the clear change in mood and energy, sets manic episodes apart from others. People experience features such as inflated self-esteem, decreased need for sleep, more talkative than usual, racing thoughts, distractibility, and sometimes risky or impulsive behavior. The length and the level of impairment are key: a full week of symptoms with noticeable impact on functioning signals a manic episode.

In contrast, hypomanic episodes have similar symptoms but last at least four days and do not cause marked impairment or require hospitalization. Major depressive episodes involve depressed mood or anhedonia rather than elevated mood. Bipolar I Disorder is diagnosed when someone has had at least one manic episode (depressive episodes may occur, but aren’t required for the diagnosis).