Which feature best distinguishes hypomania from mania?
Correct answer: C. Hypomania is less severe and does not require hospitalisation
- A. Hypomania causes severe occupational impairment
- B. Hypomania always includes psychotic symptoms
- C. Hypomania is less severe and does not require hospitalisation
- D. Hypomania includes a persistently depressed mood
Explanation
Hypomania is a noticeable period of elevated or irritable mood with increased activity, but it does not cause marked impairment, require hospitalisation, or include psychosis. Psychosis or severe impairment supports mania instead.
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