A personality trait characterized by persistently elevated mood, energy, and optimism that falls short of hypomania but represents stable temperamental differences.
Example: Individuals who are naturally upbeat, energetic, and optimistic most of the time without meeting criteria for mood disorders or causing impairment.
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