Tardive Dyskinesia

Key Points

• Tardive dyskinesia predominantly manifests as involuntary movements and affects quality of life significantly.
• Among patients treated with antipsychotics, the prevalence of tardive dyskinesia can reach up to 20% over prolonged exposure.
• Assessment of symptoms using standardized scales provides insight into the severity and progression of tardive dyskinesia.
• Addressing tardive dyskinesia is critical, as it often persists even after stopping antipsychotic medications.