Multiple Choice
For patients diagnosed with bipolar disorder, valproate anticonvulsants are likely to help control rapid-cycling episodes by what process?
A) Inhibition of kindling activity in the brain
B) Decreasing availability of norepinephrine
C) Increasing dopamine levels at synapses
D) Decreasing GABA metabolism
Correct Answer:
Verified
Correct Answer:
Verified
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