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Mania is an abnormally elated mental state, typically characterized by feelings of euphoria, lack of inhibitions, racing thoughts, diminished need for sleep, talkativeness, risk taking, and irritability. In extreme case...

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Symptoms
If the mood of the patient is irritable and not elevated, four of these symptoms are required. ), the diagnostic standa...
Causes
If the mood of the patient is irritable and not elevated, four of these symptoms are required. ), the diagnostic standa...
Tests
Mania is usually diagnosed and treated by a psychiatrist and/or a psychologist in an outpatient setting. In addition to...
Treatments
Other new anticonvulsants (lamotrigine, gubapentin) are being investigated for treatment of mania and bipolar disorder....
Drugs
  • carbamazepine
  • clozapine
  • lithium
Risk Factors
  • Adverse event
  • Amphetamine Abuse
  • Cocaine Abuse
Complications
Patients experiencing mania as a result of bipolar disorder will require long-term care to prevent recurrence; bipolar ...
Prevention
Patient education in the form of therapy or self-help groups is crucial for training patients to recognize signs of man...
Doctor Specialties
  • Psychiatrist

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