Question

How many of the following symptoms need to be present for a diagnosis of a manic episode according to the DSM-5?

Elevated or irritable mood
Increased goal-directed activity or energy
Decreased need for sleep
Racing thoughts or flight of ideas
a) 1-2
b) 3-4
c) 5-6
d) All of the above

Answer 1

A diagnosis of a manic episode requires the presence of three or more symptoms according to the DSM-5.

Step-by-step explanation:

According to the DSM-5, a diagnosis of a manic episode requires the presence of three or more of the following symptoms:

1. Elevated or irritable mood
2. Increased goal-directed activity or energy
3. Decreased need for sleep
4. Racing thoughts or flight of ideas

Therefore, the correct answer is d) All of the above.