"i&#039;m a 21 year old male who was recently diagnosed with bipolar 2 disorder ultra rapid cycling. 

before this i got started on this salt, i was truly at the mercy of my moods. my highs ranged from acting highly inappropriate in public places to my highly suicidal lows of which i&#039;ve been hospitalized. my psychiatrist quickly put me on the  &quot;gold standard&quot; for bipolar treatment. i titrated up. my first dose was at 300mg then 600mg and now, 900mg.  my dosage at 900 makes my emotional roller coaster a smooth and highly manageable kiddie ride.  side effects i&#039;ve experienced are an increase in appetite and weight, a small amount of hair loss and a bit of fatigue. give lithium a shot - it has potential, but remember, it is not for everyone."