title: Mania following head injury.
abstract: A case of mania subsequent to head injury is presented. The literature reporting cases of mania after head injury is reviewed. It is suggested that the concept of Secondary Mania be broadened to include cases occurring after head injury. It is also suggested that a true bipolar illness can be secondary.
mesh_terms: D001714:Bipolar Disorder / Q000209:etiology*; D001930:Brain Injuries / Q000150:complications*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged