A Karger 'Publishing Highlights 1890–2015' title  When used correctly, lithium unquestionably produces the most dramatic benefits of any medication used in psychiatry. The aim of this practical guide is to provide patients and their families with up-to-date information about the correct use of lithium - essential knowledge they will require. A special and very important chapter deals with lithium’s unique antisuicidal effect. When treated with lithium properly, most patients experience nothing unpleasant, but lithium has a potential to induce adverse effects. A patient who takes lithium without adequate instruction can thus run into trouble, just as a physician who is not well trained in its use.  Authored by a renowned expert on lithium treatment, this book grew out of enormous experience and out of conviction that a well-informed patient is a critical element in effective and safe lithium treatment. In non-technical language, this guide is a complete information source for manic-depressive patients, their families and the doctors and nurses concerned with their care.

Lithium treatment of manic-depressive illness: A practical guide

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Schou, Mogens

Mental Health

Karger

When is long-term lithium treatment indicated and how long should it be continued? Can prolonged treatment damage kidney function or impair mental faculties? Are "pauses" in treatment advisable? What is the optimum dosage and how often should blood level be determined? What about lithium during pregnancy? Can side effects such as hand tremor and weight gain be avoided? Is lithium addictive? These are some of the questions addressed and answered in this compact, highly readable book. Authored by a renowned expert on lithium treatment, the book serves as a complete information source for manic-depressive patients, their families, and the doctors and nurses concerned with their care.

Lithium Treatment of Manic Depressive Illness: A Practical Guide

S Karger Ag

<p>A Karger 'Publishing Highlights 1890–2015' title <br> When used correctly, lithium unquestionably produces the most dramatic benefits of any medication used in psychiatry. The aim of this practical guide is to provide patients and their families with up-to-date information about the correct use of lithium - essential knowledge they will require. A special and very important chapter deals with lithium’s unique antisuicidal effect. When treated with lithium properly, most patients experience nothing unpleasant, but lithium has a potential to induce adverse effects. A patient who takes lithium without adequate instruction can thus run into trouble, just as a physician who is not well trained in its use. Authored by a renowned expert on lithium treatment, this book grew out of enormous experience and out of conviction that a well-informed patient is a critical element in effective and safe lithium treatment. In non-technical language, this guide is a complete information source for manic-depressive patients, their families and the doctors and nurses concerned with their care.</p>

Lithium Treatment of Mood Disorders: A Practical Guide

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Lithium treatment of manic-depressive illness: A practical guide

Lithium Treatment of Manic Depressive Illness: A Practical Guide

Lithium Treatment of Mood Disorders: A Practical Guide