All of the following statements about lithium therapy are true EXCEPT
A)for those patients who respond to lithium, approximately 70% will relapse.
B)for anyone with recurrent manic episodes, maintenance on lithium is recommended to prevent relapse.
C)once a person is symptom-free for six months, he or she may stop taking lithium.
D)people stop taking lithium to regain the euphoric feeling that mania produces.

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Stopping lithium after being symptom-free for six months is not recommended, as it can lead to relapse. Maintenance therapy is usually advised to prevent recurrence of symptoms.

All of the Following Statements About Lithium Therapy Are True