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 of the following disorders was Sienna most likely experiencing?
A. anorexia nervosa
B. bulimia
C. mania
D. dissociative fugue
Answer: C
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