Mania is a persistently elevated, irritable, or elated mood.
Mania occurs in some mood disorders, such as bipolar disorder.
It also can result from diseases, such as hyperthyroidism, or
develop as a side effect of some medicines, such as steroids or
antidepressants. Other characteristics of mania include:
Inflated self-esteem or unrealistic feelings of Decreased need
for sleep. Racing thoughts or being easily distracted by An
increased focus on reaching job or personal Involvement in
irresponsible activities that might have dangerous consequences,
such as engaging in increased sexual activity, making foolish
business deals, or spending large sums of money. Mania is
usually treated with professional counseling and medicines, such
as mood stabilizers. If mania is caused by a reaction to a
medicine, it usually goes away when the person stops taking the
medicine. Patrice Burgess, MD - Family Medicine & Lisa S.
Weinstock, MD - Psychiatry How this information was developed to
help you make better health decisions.