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psychopathology: mania

Mania may be thought of loosely as the opposite of depression. It is characterized by elated, euphoric or irritable mood and increased energy. The term may refer to a mental disorder or to a mood state or symptom and is associated with Bipolar Disorder.

Also: hypomania, Mood Disorder, Manic Depressive Disorder, Manic Episode

The online Diagnostic & Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders lists most of the major psychological disorders and illnesses and lists the criteria that must be fulfilled in order for a diagnosis to be made. This resource is not a substitute for proper professional psychiatric diagnosis.