Akasha's thoughts have been racing, she has not needed much sleep, and her mood has been so expansive that the people around her are worried she is going to do something stupid and hurt herself or someone else. Akasha is experiencing a(n) episode.

manic  

Explanation:

Maniac episode is described as an episode not disorder that an individual feels and experiences consisting of heightened energy and creativity. If an individual is experiencing a "maniac episode", he or she might talk a lot in one minute, be hyperactive, sleep a little, feels powerful, destined, or invincible for greatness.

Causes: Seasonal changes, certain medication, etc.

Symptoms: Racing thoughts, decreased sleep, elevated mood, difficulty in maintaining attention, etc.

As per the question above, Akasha is experiencing a maniac episode.

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