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hypomania

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hypomania /hy·po·ma·nia/ (-ma´ne-ah) an abnormality of mood resembling mania but of lesser intensity.hypoman´ic
hy·po·ma·ni·a (hp-mn-, -mny)
n.
A mild, nonpsychotic form of mania, characterized by increased levels of energy, physical activity, and talkativeness.
Hypomania
A less severe form of elevated mood state that is a characteristic of bipolar type II disorder.
Mentioned in: Bipolar Disorder, Mania
hypomania
[-mā′nē·ə]
Etymology: Gk, hypo + mania, madness
a mild degree of mania characterized by optimism; excitability; energetic, productive behavior; marked hyperactivity and talkativeness; heightened sexual interest; quick anger and irritability; and a decreased need for sleep. It may be observed before a full-blown manic episode. hypomaniac, n., hypomanic, adj.
hypomania [hi″po-ma´ne-ah]
an abnormality of mood resembling mania (persistent elevated or expansive mood, hyperactivity, inflated self-esteem, and so on) but of lesser intensity. adj., adj hypoman´ic.
hypomania
mania of a mild type.
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