how would you differentiate a maniac from a stalker?

Answer 1

Maniac- Someone who is suffering from Mania-Mania is a medical condition characterised by severely elevated mood, energy, and thought patterns. Simply speaking, it is the complete opposite of clinical depression. The 'high' can be so intense it could potentially be dangerous. People who experience a manic state often describe themselves as feeling high and superior. Generally, mania also provokes racing thoughts and creative ideas. However, it also pushes sufferers into agitation and poor decisions.

Stalking is a legal term for repeated harassment or other forms of invasion of a person's privacy in a manner that causes fear to its target. Statutes vary between jurisdiction but may include such acts as:

repeated physical following;
unwanted contact (by letter or other means of communication);
observing a person's actions closely for an extended period of time; or
contacting family members, friends, or associates of a target inappropriately

Answer 2

Maniac:A type of player that aggressively raises, bets and bluffs. This is typically a bad player who simply enjoys the excitement of gambling.

Stalker: someone who walks with long stiff strides,someone who stalks game prowler:, someone who prowls or sneaks about; usually with unlawful intentions