Dr. Barry Dworkin

Limited power study with negligible clinical significant reports low doses of lithium may slow verbal memory decline from Alzheimer’s

Medical Mythbusting Commentary for March 10, 2026

Source:
Low doses of lithium may slow verbal memory decline from Alzheimer’s

Reference:
Low-Dose Lithium for Mild Cognitive Impairment: A Pilot Randomized Clinical Trial

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