Gray matter volume was compared among 3 groups, including healthy controls and those with schizophrenia with and without TD. Volume loss was greater in study participants with TD compared to controls ...

Tardive dyskinesia is a movement disorder that causes repetitive, involuntary movements in the face, neck, arms, and legs. The condition is a side effect of certain medications. Symptoms can improve ...

—New research uncovers a possible link between CYP2D6 activity and the development of tardive dyskinesia in certain patients taking antipsychotics. Reviewed by Nicole Foubister, Clinical Assistant ...

In 2024, several research and pharmacological advancements were made for tardive dyskinesia, a movement disorder caused by dopamine-blocking medications. Below are some of the highlights of the year.

Tardive dyskinesia is a bothersome side effect of certain medications that can cause grimacing, jaw clenching, lip puckering, and other involuntary movements. This disorder may affect as many as ...

It’s not always easy to know how to help someone with tardive dyskinesia. Yet there are many ways to provide support, such as offering to help with daily tasks and practicing active listening. Tardive ...

After 5 weeks of taking 300 mg of lithium daily, a 76-year-old woman with lurasidone-induced tardive dyskinesia from treatment for Bipolar II Disorder experienced reduced impact, intensity, and ...

Carnie Wilson, daughter of the late Beach Boys icon Brian Wilson, lends her voice to a campaign raising awareness of tardive dyskinesia. Few outside the mental health field have heard of tardive ...

The term "tardive syndrome" encompasses types of tardive dyskinesia, and using both when applicable can improve clarity in medical communication and literature. Tardive dyskinesia (TD) is widely known ...

Tardive dyskinesia is a common side effect caused by antipsychotic use. It is a neurological disorder characterized by involuntary, repetitive movements, often involving the face, mouth, tongue, and ...

TD Awareness Week is an opportunity to increase knowledge about tardive dyskinesia, an often misunderstood and stigmatized condition. Here are some ideas for advocacy. Tardive dyskinesia (TD) is an ...