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Table 2 Psychological interventions for prevention of non-compliance

From: Treatment of lithium intoxication: facing the need for evidence

Psychoeducation about affective disorders including patients concepts and misconcepts (e.g. regarding pharmacotherapy)

Education about potential risks associated with lithium withdrawal

Importance of other influences such as illegal drugs and alcohol

Detection of warning signs or early symptoms

Education of relatives and caregivers (including general practitioner)