Lithium is known to have side effects that may decrease over time as the body adjusts to the medication. It was not specifically developed for mood disorders but was discovered to be effective for them. It is considered effective for treating bipolar disorder, often in conjunction with therapy.

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The Drug Lithium

Question 150

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The drug lithium:

A) has side effects that intensify over time
B) was specifically developed to treat mood disorders
C) shows a reduction in side effects with continued use
D) is much less effective than cognitive-behavioral therapy for treating bipolar disorder

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