Eugene was having a normal day when suddenly he felt an overwhelming expansion of his mood.He now feels euphoric,cheerful,and optimistic;has boundless energy;and feels sociable and confident.However,he is also hyperactive,impulsive,demanding,and overbearing.His behaviour is typical of a ________.

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Eugene's symptoms are characteristic of a manic episode, which is characterized by an elevated or irritable mood, increased energy, decreased need for sleep, and increased activity levels. Hypomanic episodes are milder forms of this, while depressive episodes are characterized by low mood, lack of energy, and decreased activity levels. Bipolar disorder involves symptoms of both manic and depressive episodes. However, as Eugene's symptoms are described as hyperactive, impulsive, demanding and overbearing, these symptoms suggest manic episode, rather than hypomanic episode.

Eugene Was Having a Normal Day When Suddenly He Felt