Metromania
Metromania is a condition characterized by an obsession with poetry. The term is derived from the Greek words "metros" meaning "measure" and "mania" meaning "madness". It is not recognized as a clinical disorder by the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) or the International Classification of Diseases (ICD-10), but is often used in a colloquial or metaphorical sense to describe a person's intense passion for poetry.
History[edit | edit source]
The term "metromania" was first used in the 18th century to describe a perceived epidemic of poetry writing in England. This was a period of great literary activity, with many people writing and publishing poetry. The term was used pejoratively to suggest that this enthusiasm for poetry was excessive or irrational.
Symptoms[edit | edit source]
While metromania is not a recognized clinical disorder, it is often described in terms that suggest a mental or emotional disturbance. These include an intense, obsessive interest in poetry, to the exclusion of other activities; a compulsion to write poetry; and a heightened emotional response to poetry.
Treatment[edit | edit source]
As metromania is not a recognized clinical disorder, there are no standard treatments. However, if a person's interest in poetry is causing distress or interfering with their daily life, they may benefit from psychological counseling or therapy.
See also[edit | edit source]
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