Description
Book SynopsisThis book summarizes the progress made over the last decade in understanding the differential diagnosis and epidemiology of tardive dyskinesia, as well as risk factors, course, and treatment.
Trade ReviewThis is a clearly written task force report that sets out a high community standard and places it in the context of future scientific research as the treatment of patients with severe mental illness evolves.
* Psychosomatics *
The book can be recommended to both neurologists and psychiatrists and. . . . represents outstanding value.
* Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery and Psychiatry *
Table of ContentsDifferential diagnosis of tardive dyskinesia. Assessment of tardive dyskinesia. Epidemiology, risk factors, and outcome of tardive dyskinesia. Treatment of tardive dyskinesia. Neuroleptic drugs: indications, efficacy, and therapeutic dosages. Alternative maintenance treatment strategies: clinical efficacy and impact on tardive dyskinesia. Alternatives to neuroleptic drug therapy. Are there behavioral analogues of tardive dyskinesia? Clinical-legal issues. Research recommendations. Summary, conclusions, and recommendations for the prevention and management of tardive dyskinesia. Appendix: sample rating scales.
