These days,Adam is sleeping very little.He seems full of energy and enthusiasm.His extreme optimism has led him to take foolish risks.He has lost a lot of money; for instance,betting on a horse that he was sure would win.Adam may be in a _____ state.

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Adam's symptoms suggest a manic state, which is characterized by reduced need for sleep, high energy, impulsivity, and risk-taking behavior. The other options are not applicable because dissociative disorders (A) involve disruptions in consciousness and identity, schizophrenia (C) involves distorted thoughts and perceptions, and a fugue state (D) involves amnesia and wandering behavior.

These Days,Adam Is Sleeping Very Little