Explain the differences between hypomania and mania in terms of symptoms and severity.

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Sample Answer:In a hypomanic episode, clients may display unbridled enthusiasm, grandiose perceptions, and "flight of ideas" speech. They are also easily distracted. A hypomanic episode might last less than four days or several months or more. Hypomanic episodes are less severe than manic episodes. Although patients may be noticeably "up," they can function pretty well while in this mood state.In a manic episode, patients may require little sleep, spend inordinate amounts of money, or make foolish business decisions. These individuals, particularly if they are in the midst of a full manic episode, are so wrapped up in their enthusiasm and expansiveness that their behavior seems reasonable to them. The high during a manic state is so pleasurable that people may stop taking their medication during periods of distress or discouragement in an attempt to bring on a manic state again.

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