Lithium: challenges of being king.
Lithium is the only true mood stabiliser as it is able to both treat and prevent mania and depression. In practice, its popularity has declined despite discovering it has anti-suicidal and neuroprotective properties. Here, we argue for recognition of its benefits and advocate for its clinical use more widely.
Authors
Shivakumar Shivakumar, Szymaniak Szymaniak, Bell Bell, Boyce Boyce, Porter Porter, Malhi Malhi
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