Psychopharmacology 102

Which of the following is most supportive of a diagnosis of mania?


Mania (features)


Features of mania include:-

  • Elated/ irritable mood
  • Restlessness and overactivity
  • Disinhibited behaviour
  • Reckless behaviour (e.g. Excessive spending)
  • Over ambitious plans for the future
  • Flight of ideas and pressured speech
  • Mood congruent delusion
  • Increased libido
  • Decreased need for sleep