User:Mr. Ibrahem/Mania

Mania is a state of abnormally elevated mood and increased energy. Symptoms often include increased talkativeness, rapid speech, easy distractibility, hyperactivity, and a decreased need for sleep. This occurs to a degree that functioning is negatively affected. Complications may include spending excessive money, starting businesses unprepared, traveling, or promiscuity.

A single episode of mania is sufficient to make the diagnosis of bipolar I disorder. The underlying cause is not clear but is believed to involved a combination of genetics, social, and psychological factors. Diagnosis requires the symptoms to be present for at least a week or be of a degree that hospitalization is required. Hypomania is less severe and may occur for shorter periods.

Treatment may include antipsychotics such as haloperidol and lithium. Outcomes are generally good. Mania affects about 4% of people at some point in time. Males and females are affected equally frequently. The typical age of onset is 25. Mania was first clearly described by Hippocrates around 400 BC.