"depakote was given to me for onset postpartum psychosis and underlying bipolar 1 as a mood stabilizer. it did it&#039;s job. wonderful results mentally, obsessive thoughts were all but gone and combined with my antipsychotic, it made my life much better. 

but, the weight gain was hellish. i have gained 11 pounds in two weeks, and am looking at switching at my appointment on monday. so, not good if you are looking for a weight neutral mood stabilizer."