Knowing What We Know About the Neurotransmitter Imbalances in Bipolar

question 77

Multiple Choice

Knowing what we know about the neurotransmitter imbalances in bipolar disorder, a physician should give which of the following pieces of advice?

• A) "If you can keep your serotonin levels normal, you do not have to worry about having a manic episode."
• B) "Stay away from drugs that include lithium because bipolar is associated with excessive lithium activity."
• C) "Don't take drugs that increase dopamine levels because they can produce manic-like behavior."
• D) "Eat lots of foods that are rich in norepinephrine."

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