Which description lists examples such as inflated self-esteem, decreased need for sleep, and more talkative?

• A. Manic Episode
• B. Symptoms of Manic Episode
• C. Hypomanic Episode
• D. Major Depressive Episode

Answer: (B)

This question tests recognizing manic-spectrum symptoms and how they’re described in clinical terms. The features listed—inflated self-esteem (grandiosity), a decreased need for sleep, and increased talkativeness—are classic symptoms used to identify mania (the DIGFAST cluster). Because the prompt describes these as symptoms rather than stating that a full manic episode with the required duration and functional impairment has occurred, the best description is Symptoms of Manic Episode.

If we were talking about a full manic episode, you’d expect not only these symptoms but also a clear mood disturbance (elevated or irritable mood) plus measurable impairment or hospitalization, lasting at least a week. Distinguishing from a hypomanic episode matters: hypomania has similar symptoms but without marked impairment. Major depressive episodes involve opposite features like persistent low mood and anhedonia.