So bipolar geriatrics may not be dements? I guess that's sort of a blessing but it's a rum outcome. My BP suffering acquaintances said the drug regime removes the scary lows but they missed the exhilarating highs. Felt less creative, less capable.
I've heard similar anecdotes about missing the highs. The thing is the highs can be scary also, with people doing things like spending their life savings or engaging in dangerous activities.