Which mood disorder is defined by episodes of elevated mood, increased energy, and sometimes impulsive behavior?

• A. OCD
• B. Bipolar Disorder
• C. Generalized Anxiety Disorder
• D. Clinical Depression

Answer: (B)

Elevated mood with increased energy and impulsive behavior signals mania or hypomania, which are defining features of bipolar disorder. This condition is characterized by distinct mood episodes that include mania or hypomania, often alternating with depressive episodes. The other disorders revolve around anxiety or depressive symptoms without episodes of elevated mood: OCD centers on intrusive thoughts and compulsions, Generalized Anxiety Disorder involves pervasive worry, and Clinical Depression centers on low mood and low energy without manic or hypomanic phases.