Attitudes toward lithium prescription among psychiatrists in Saudi Arabia: a cross-sectional study
The use of lithium in Saudi Arabia is often influenced by concerns about its side effects, the need for monitoring, and product availability. Psychiatrists' familiarity with lithium and the settings in which they practice are significant factors shaping prescribing behavior. Future efforts should focus on addressing the barriers to lithium prescription, including enhancing clinician training and improving access to lithium.
Authors
- Jamal Alothaim
- Ahmad H. Almadani (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4490-3220)
- Mohammad A. Alolayan
- Wijdan Akram Hussein
- Ghada K. Alrashed (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0001-8410-790X)
Institutions
- King Saud Medical City (SA)
- King Saud University (SA)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Frontiers in Psychiatry
- Published
- 2025-06-19
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyt.2025.1609038
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Bipolar Disorder and Treatment
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 1.47
Funders
- King Saud University
- Saudi Basic Industries Corporation
- College of Medicine, King Saud University
- Deanship of Scientific Research, King Saud University