Compare and contrast JC’s case to the textbook: When comparing J.C. to the books definition of mania, she is exhibiting many of the signs and symptoms. Some of these signs and symptoms include; not sleeping at night, irritable mood, and increased energy. These symptoms can be seen in J.C since she sleeps less than 3 hours a night, can get angry easily, and was walking non-stop before admitted to the hospital and in the hospital she is constantly pacing.