Abstract
Lithium therapy for bipolar illness is well accepted, despite some difficulties with its use. The administration of anticonvulsants has increased over the past 20 years. This paper outlines advantages and problems associated with anticonvulsant therapy for mood disorders.
MeSH terms
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Affect*
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Anticonvulsants / therapeutic use*
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Bipolar Disorder / classification
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Bipolar Disorder / drug therapy*
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Bipolar Disorder / psychology
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Carbamazepine / therapeutic use
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Humans
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Lithium / therapeutic use*
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Valproic Acid / therapeutic use
Substances
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Anticonvulsants
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Carbamazepine
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Valproic Acid
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Lithium