Vol. 26 (Suppl 1) 2005 Neuro endocrinology letters

Treatment of acute mania.

: The DSM-IV criteria for mania require: a distinct period that represents a break from pre-morbid functioning, a duration of at least one week, elevated or irritable mood, at least three to four classical manic signs and symptoms and the absence of any physical factors. Although not specifically mentioned in the ICD-10 or the DSM-IV de.....