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  "textContent": "According to recent data from the Global Bipolar Cohort, only 29% of people with bipolar disorder are prescribed lithium. Despite being the \"gold standard\" for treating this mental health condition, we often prioritize perceptions over scientific reality, and neglect the best available treatment.",
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