Lithium affects the flow of sodium through nerve and muscle cells in the body. Sodium affects excitation or mania. Lithium is used to treat the manic episodes of bipolar disorder. Symptoms include hyperactivity, rushed speech, poor judgment, reduced need for sleep, aggression, and anger. Lithium also helps to prevent or lessen the intensity of manic episodes. Lithium may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
volk. n. 1. South African the people or nation, esp the nation of Afrikaners. [Afrikaans]. 1  Facebook. 2  Twitter.
Ilk is a certain type of person, usually a type you don't care for. The word is used in sentences like I'm tired of you and your ilk! When you say you and your ilk, you mean you and everyone just like you.. And that's not usually meant in a nice way. You probably wouldn't talk about Nelson Mandela and his ilk â ilk sounds negative.