Lithium: challenges of being king
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The authors explore the reasons behind the declining popularity of lithium, despite its unique efficacy as a mood stabilizer and its additional benefits, such as anti-suicidal and neuroprotective properties. They advocate for a renewed recognition of lithium's advantages and call for its broader clinical application in mental health treatment.
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