hypermania
/ˌhaɪpərˈmeɪniə/
noun
- An extremely intense or severe form of mania, often involving high energy, agitation, and loss of contact with reality.
- During hypermania, the patient experienced hallucinations and could not sleep for days.
- The psychiatrist recognized the signs of hypermania and adjusted the medication immediately.
- Hypermania is a serious medical emergency that usually requires hospitalization.