April 1, 1985American Journal of Psychiatry206 citations
View Full PaperSuicide attempts associated with akathisia
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Abstract
The authors report two cases of impulsive suicide attempts associated with akathisia. In both cases, suicidal ideation appeared suddenly, concurrent with neuroleptic-induced akathisia, and disappeared when the akathisia was treated.