The true effect of lithium is hard to determine.

Published in: BJPsych open (2023)

Lithium is the primary choice for preventing bipolar disorder relapses, endorsed by guidelines. A recent systematic review by Ulrichsen et al. showed limitations in assessing its specific impact, but data supports lithium's effectiveness in managing symptoms and preventing relapse. Comprehensive guidelines and research are crucial for its continued use.

Keyphrases

systematic review
bipolar disorder
solid state
clinical practice
meta analyses
major depressive disorder
randomized controlled trial
electronic health record
big data
machine learning
depressive symptoms
artificial intelligence