Lithium prevents my seductive but disastrous highs…
“Lithium prevents my seductive but disastrous highs, diminishes my depressions, clears out the wool and webbing from my disordered thinking, slows me down, gentles me out, keeps me from ruining my career and relationships, keeps me out of a hospital, alive, and makes psychotherapy possible.”
About This Quote
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Describes lithium's stabilizing effect on mood, enabling functional life and therapy.
In simple terms: Lithium steadies mood.
Consider medication for mood stability.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- clinical treatment
- self‑care
- support groups
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What are the benefits of mood stabilizers?
- How do you balance medication with therapy?
Medication may have side effects and require monitoring.