I have only been taking lithium for one week. 300mg carbonate er. I got my blood drawn to see what my levels are but won't get the results until next Monday. I am just so depressed and desperately need relief. Everyone in the psychiatric industry is so unreachable. Just not available to answer questions. If you don't think of the question when you're in the office, it just seems your out of luck until your next appointment. I have to say, this really isn't right. Anyway, I am curious how long I should expect to wait to get some result from lithium. Is it solely dependent on where your blood levels are at? I am completely dependent on others information. It seems most people get effects quickly. Am I being too impatient? What should my expectations be with lithium? I have beenin a state of severe depression for a year now. I'm so sick of being at psychiatrists mercy while simultaneously knowing they really don't care. Any information or enc would be appreciated.