A 40 year old man is showing symptoms of mania since few days. What is the minimum time duration for the diagnosis for mania?
Correct Answer: 1 week
Description: A distinct period of abnormally and persistently elevated, expansive, or irritable mood, lasting at least 1 week (or any duration if hospitalization is necessary). Ref: Harrison's Online > Pa 17. Neurologic Disorders > Section 5. Psychiatric Disorders > Chapter 391. Mental Disorders > Mood Disorders > Bipolar Disorder > Clinical Manifestations > Table 391-10.
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