What is the best treatment option for bipolarism?

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  1. Dr. Joseph R. Calabrese
     
    Dr. Joseph R. Calabrese of International Bipolar Foundation answered:

    The foundation for treatment of bipolar disorder is a mood stabilizer. Mood stabilizers are medications that have been shown to prevent future highs and lows. The traditional antidepressants have never been shown to prevent depressive episodes.

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    The foundation for treatment of bipolar disorder is a mood stabilizer. Mood stabilizers are medications that have been shown to prevent future highs and lows. The traditional antidepressants have never been shown to prevent depressive episodes. More