Periods of elevated mood, energy, and activity that are clearly different from normal functioning but not severe enough to cause marked impairment.
Example: Several days of unusual productivity, creativity, decreased sleep need, and elevated mood that others notice but doesn't interfere significantly with work or relationships.
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