What Is the Primary Reason That Lithium Is No Longer

question 12

Multiple Choice

What is the primary reason that lithium is no longer considered a first-line treatment for youths with bipolar disorders?

• A) It was found to be no more effective than placebo in a randomized study on bipolar youths.
• B) Its effectiveness has never been tested against the effectiveness of a placebo.
• C) Almost a third of youths could not tolerate the side effects of lithium.
• D) The method of action of lithium is unknown.

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