Life with Tardive Dyskinesia: A Patient Journey
Keith Wapniarski’s life took a drastic turn after a car accident in 1986, which led to severe migraines and pain.
Tardive Dyskinesia Impact Scale Offers Comprehensive Patient Perspective on Physical and Socioemotional Impacts
Tardive dyskinesia (TD) is a movement disorder caused by prolonged use of dopamine receptor-blocking medications, significantly affecting physical, cognitive, and psychosocial functioning.
Experts Discuss Managing Co-Occurring Drug-Induced Parkinsonism and Tardive Dyskinesia
In a discussion led by Rakesh Jain, MD, MPH, experts Rajeev Kumar, MD, and Jonathan Meyer, MD, explored the complexities of treating patients with both drug-induced parkinsonism and tardive dyskinesia (TD). They emphasized the importance of reducing antipsychotic dosage when possible and using amantadine to manage parkinsonism without worsening TD. If dosage reduction isn’t feasible, switching to a weaker D2 blocker like clozapine was suggested.
Study Reveals Overprescription of Benztropine for Movement Disorders, Urges Better Guideline Adherence
Benztropine, an anticholinergic medication, is prescribed short-term for drug-induced movement disorders but can worsen tardive dyskinesia symptoms. Researchers of a study analyzed a large US medical claims database, identifying over 100,000 patients who began benztropine treatment between 2017-2020, and surveyed 350 healthcare providers about their prescribing habits.
Tardive Dyskinesia in Schizophrenia: Case Study Highlights Challenges and Treatment Strategies
Tardive dyskinesia (TD) syndromes involve abnormal involuntary movements, ranging from mild to severe, and are linked to increased mortality in schizophrenia. The incidence of TD is 5.5% with first-generation antipsychotics and 3.9% with second-generation antipsychotics, with long-term prevalence between 15% and 30%.
Exploring the Impact of Tardive Dyskinesia on Physical and Psychological Well-Being
This brief video explores tardive dyskinesia (TD) and its profound effects on both physical and psychological well-being. Involuntary movements can cause localized pain and lead to feelings of sadness, depression, and anxiety. These symptoms can diminish self-esteem, create feelings of hopelessness, and result in a loss of purpose. Social stigma further exacerbates these issues, as individuals with TD might be identified as mentally ill, affecting their mental health and leading to increased isolation.
Expert Panel Sets Guidelines for Assessing Tardive Dyskinesia Impact
Tardive dyskinesia (TD) is a movement disorder causing involuntary movements that severely impact patients’ physical, cognitive, and psychosocial functioning. Despite its significant effects, routine clinical practice often lacks measures to assess TD’s functional impact.
Addressing Withdrawal-Emergent Dyskinesia: Urgent Need for Better Management and Research in Pediatric Psychiatry
Withdrawal-emergent dyskinesia (WED) is a movement disorder that can develop following the sudden stop or quick reduction of antipsychotic medications, typically resolving within weeks. Highlighted by a case of a 13-year-old experiencing reversible oral dyskinesia during neuroleptic withdrawal and stimulant titration, this scenario stresses the need for heightened awareness among clinicians of potential extrapyramidal symptoms and withdrawal effects. This awareness is essential in managing the rising prescription of these medications to treat diverse psychiatric disorders in youth, aiming to prevent and handle complications effectively.
Managing Tardive Dyskinesia: A Multidisciplinary Approach to Enhancing Daily Functioning and Quality of Life
Tardive dyskinesia (TD) presents challenges beyond its visible symptoms, impacting speech, swallowing, and mobility, thereby affecting daily functioning. While medication options such as VMAT inhibitors are available, holistic management often involves collaborative efforts with healthcare professionals like speech, physical, and occupational therapists. Speech therapists address hyperkinetic dysarthria, employing comprehensibility strategies to enhance communication and mitigate swallowing difficulties. Physical therapists focus on improving gait, balance, and body movements through personalized plans, utilizing techniques like repetition and sensory input enhancement. Occupational therapists aid in restoring functional abilities by adapting tasks and incorporating assistive devices tailored to individual needs, thereby enhancing independence in daily activities.
Study Reveals Tardive Dyskinesia Worsens Cognitive Impairment in Schizophrenia, With Gender-Specific Effects
In a study on cognitive impairment in patients with schizophrenia with tardive dyskinesia (TD), researchers found that TD exacerbates existing cognitive deficits in schizophrenia. Particularly, patients with TD displayed worse cognitive performance, notably in visuospatial/constructional and attention domains, compared with those without TD. Notably, while male patients with TD exhibited significant cognitive impairments, this was not observed in female patients, suggesting a possible protective effect of female gender against TD and cognitive deficits, potentially linked to hormonal factors like estrogen.
