Why is it not wise to treat an individual who has a bipolar disorder with an antidepressant?
A) the drug may trigger rapid cycling
B) the drugs used to treat unipolar disorders do not alter the activity of the neurotransmitters that are affected in bipolar disorder
C) individuals with bipolar disorder may or may not exhibit symptoms of depression
D) the combination of antidepressants and lithium is likely to be lethal

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Antidepressants can trigger rapid cycling or manic episodes in individuals with bipolar disorder, making their condition worse.

Why Is It Not Wise to Treat an Individual Who