Several times during the past year, Allen has had little need for sleep and can't stop talking with his mind seeming to race from idea to idea.Everything he does seems to him to be of immense importance, and he often spends too much money and "parties" too much during these times.However, he soon begins to feel extremely sad, worthless, and empty.Allen appears to be suffering from which disorder?

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Allen is exhibiting symptoms of both manic episodes (little need for sleep, racing thoughts, grandiosity, excessive spending, and partying) and depressive episodes (feeling sad, worthless, and empty). This pattern of extreme highs and lows is characteristic of bipolar I disorder.

Several Times During the Past Year, Allen Has Had Little