Sienna was in an extended state of intense, wild elation for a month. In the beginning, she frequently changed her hair color. She went on shopping sprees and ended up spending large amounts of money on trivial things. At the peak of her elation, she ran away from home to get married to a man she had been dating for a couple of weeks. Which disorders was Sienna most likely experiencing?

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Helen Tapia

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12 December, 18:47

Sienna was in an extended state of intense, wild elation for a month. In the beginning, she frequently changed her hair color. She went on shopping sprees and ended up spending large amounts of money on trivial things. At the peak of her elation, she ran away from home to get married to a man she had been dating for a couple of weeks. Which disorders was Sienna most likely experiencing?

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Claudia Salazar · Answer 1

Mania

Explanation:

Mania is a mood or emotional disorder that is characterized by abnormal elevation of energy level, mood and also distortion of sense of judgement.

This extended state of intense and wild elation usually last over a period of one week to be referred to as mania. Individuals experiencing mania usually tend engage in increased goal - driven activities compared to general activities.

The extremely high mood or energy displayed a manic individual could include inappropriate euphoria, elevated sexual urges, inappropriate social behavior, increased spending etc.

Therefore, Sienna was most likely experiencing mania.