Hypomanic Episode
What will be an ideal response?
Key diagnostic features [Criterion A]
Abnormally and persistently elevated, expansive, or irritable mood and/or abnormally and persistently increased goal-directed activity or energy lasting at least four days
Criterion B symptoms are same as for manic episode
Distinct from manic in terms of duration and severity of symptoms
Not associated with functional impairment
Rather:
-associated with unequivocal change in functioning that is uncharacteristic of the individual, and
-disturbance in mood / change in functioning observable by others
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