Recent theories attempting to explain the mood stabilizing properties of lithium and antiseizure medications have proposed actions of these drugs that
A)promote neurogenesis and neuronal growth
B)enhance catecholamine activity in the brain
C)suppress acetylcholine activity in the brain
D)enhance secondary messenger systems

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Recent theories suggest that lithium and antiseizure medications may promote neurogenesis and neuronal growth, which could help to stabilize mood. This has been supported by some preclinical and clinical studies, although the exact mechanisms are not yet fully understood.

Answer: D
 Some researchers propose that lithium and antiseizure medications may enhance secondary messenger systems, particularly the cyclic AMP (cAMP) pathway. This could lead to downstream effects on various signaling pathways in the brain, possibly contributing to their mood stabilizing effects.

Therefore, the best choices are A and D.

Recent Theories Attempting to Explain the Mood Stabilizing Properties of Lithium