After a long period of severe depression, Mike has been feeling on top of the world, speaking too quickly, acting impulsively, and overflowing with ideas. Which medication would be most likely to help?

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Mike's symptoms suggest he is experiencing a manic episode, which is a hallmark of bipolar disorder. Lithium is the most effective medication for managing and preventing further manic episodes in individuals with bipolar disorder. Prozac (A) is an antidepressant and could potentially worsen the manic symptoms, Valium (B) is a benzodiazepine used for anxiety and sedation, and Thorazine (C) is an antipsychotic used for severe agitation or psychosis, but neither Valium nor Thorazine would be the first-line treatment for bipolar disorder.

After a Long Period of Severe Depression, Mike Has Been