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Tardive Dyskinesia (TD) Awareness Week May 5-11
May 8
TARDIVE DYSKINESIA (TD) IS A REAL, CHRONIC CONDITION
It means having body movements you can’t control.
TD is not a side effect. It’s a condition where people experience persistent, uncontrollable movements in different parts of their bodies. These movements can be rapid and jerky or slow and writhing, and they can vary in severity.
If it feels like uncontrollable movements are taking control of your body, it could be TD.
Even mild movements from TD could have emotional and social consequences.* They can cause worry, frustration, and self-consciousness. It’s important to know that diagnosis and treatment by a healthcare provider may help you manage your TD.
For early detection and diagnosis, people taking antipsychotic medication should talk to a healthcare provider about routine screenings for drug-induced movement disorders, such as tardive dyskinesia (TD).
People living with tardive dyskinesia (TD), an involuntary movement disorder, may experience uncontrollable movements of the face and/or body parts, which can lead to physical, social and emotional impacts.
- If you’re being treated with antipsychotic medication and are experiencing uncontrollable, abnormal and repetitive movements, it’s important to talk with your healthcare provider about tardive dyskinesia (TD).
- The uncontrollable movements of tardive dyskinesia can negatively impact a person physically, socially & emotionally, and a support system can help. Learn more about TD and find resources.
Click the link below and visit TalkAboutTD.com to learn about TD.