1st April 2022

Mrs Sing has rapid-cycling bipolar disorder; her psychiatrist is keen to avoid pharmacological therapy to treat her current depressive episode

Mrs Sing has rapid-cycling bipolar disorder; her psychiatrist is keen to avoid pharmacological therapy to treat her current depressive episode as he is concerned the addition of an antidepressant may precipitate a manic episode. Which is the most appropriate initial treatment? 

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.