Psychiatric Med Minute – Mood Disorders

Mood Disorders affect a person’s emotional state and can be treated with medications and therapy. This month we’re talking about four common medications that are used to treat mood disorders: Lithium, Divalproex, Carbamazepine, and Lamotrigine.

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Categories:Psychiatric Med Minute

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Natalie Symons, RN

Natalie is a Registered Nurse with over 20 years experience working with children and adults with intellectual disabilities. She currently serves as the Director of Milestone HCQU West.