Is Self-Harm an Addiction? The debate, “Is self-harm an addiction or not,” has been going on for many years. Some people argue that it is strictly a result of underlying…
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While it is not as common as a manic episode that manifests from a mental illness like bipolar I disorder, substance-induced mania can be just as severe. The good news…
Many people have a romanticized view when it comes to alcohol, substances, and the workplace. Much of this comes from the antiquated “Mad Men” style depictions of people drinking continuously…
Tardive dyskinesia can sound more intimidating than what it is. To distill it down, it is a side effect of certain mental health medications that can cause involuntary facial and body movements. Of course, there is more to it than that condensed definition.
Unlike most symptoms and side effects of mental health medications, tardive dyskinesia can be persistent and long-lasting. According to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS), “The symptoms of TD often can be persistent and potentially disabling.
The fact is that recovery is not always smooth sailing. Sometimes there is some rough surf that we have to make it through. This includes the times when mental health…
Tardive dyskinesia is more common than many people may think. According to the clinical write-up by Doctors Vasan and Padhy titled Tardive Dyskinesia, “The average prevalence of tardive dyskinesia is estimated at least 20% of all patients treated with first-generation neuroleptics.