At times 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's symptoms suggest bipolar I disorder, characterized by episodes of mania (e.g., needing little sleep, racing thoughts, excessive spending) followed by depressive episodes (e.g., feeling sad, worthless, and empty).

At Times Allen Has Had Little Need for Sleep and Can't