Diagnosis

CURATED BY: Michael Asbach,
DMSc, PA-C, Psych-CAQ
In this video, Dr. Craig Chepke underscores the importance of distinguishing tardive dyskinesia (TD) from other movement disorders to ensure proper treatment. While increased awareness of TD is...

Instructional Video Highlights the Importance of AIMS Exam for Detecting and Monitoring Tardive Dyskinesia

In this instructional video, Dr. Rakesh Jain, co-chair of Psych Congress, emphasizes the importance of the Abnormal Involuntary Movement Scale...
CURATED BY:
Jennifer A. Sampang,
PhD, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC

Understanding the Differences Between Tardive Dyskinesia and Other Movement Disorders

Tardive dyskinesia (TD) is an involuntary movement disorder that develops as a side effect of long-term use of medications that...
CURATED BY:
Jeremy Schreiber,
MSN, PMHNP-BC

Early Diagnosis and Treatment Essential for Managing Tardive Dyskinesia and Minimizing Risks

Tardive dyskinesia (TD) is a movement disorder caused by long-term use of dopamine receptor-blocking agents, especially antipsychotics....
CURATED BY:
Jeremy Schreiber,
MSN, PMHNP-BC

Differentiating Lithium-Induced Versus Antipsychotic-Induced Tremors May be Crucial for Treatment

Tremors are neurological conditions marked by rhythmic shaking due to involuntary muscle contractions, which can arise from various causes, including...
CURATED BY:
Angela C. Combs,
MN, ARNP, PMHNP-BC

Study Finds D1 Receptors Key to Antipsychotic Effectiveness, Paving the Way for Better Schizophrenia Treatments

Scientists at Northwestern Medicine have found that antipsychotic medications' effectiveness in treating schizophrenia is better predicted by their interaction with...
CURATED BY:
Angela C. Combs,
MN, ARNP, PMHNP-BC

Case Study: Methotrexate-Linked Oromandibular Dystonia in a 70-Year-Old Male

Oromandibular dystonia is a focal dystonia involving involuntary movements of the jaw, lips, tongue, and oropharynx, often affecting speech and...
CURATED BY:
Angela C. Combs,
MN, ARNP, PMHNP-BC
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