A Resolution designating the week of May 3 through 9, 2026, as "Tardive Dyskinesia Awareness Week" in Pennsylvania.
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Overview
This resolution designates the week of May 3 through 9, 2026, as "Tardive Dyskinesia Awareness Week" in Pennsylvania. The resolution highlights the increasing use of antipsychotic medications and the associated risk of tardive dyskinesia (TD), a condition characterized by uncontrollable movements. It emphasizes the importance of early screening, detection, and awareness to improve outcomes for individuals affected by TD and those prescribed antipsychotic medications.
Key provisions
- Designates May 3-9, 2026, as "Tardive Dyskinesia Awareness Week" in Pennsylvania.
- Recognizes the link between antipsychotic medication use and the risk of tardive dyskinesia.
- Identifies specific populations at higher risk for TD (age 55+, race/ethnicity, certain medical conditions).
- Encourages routine TD screening for individuals on antipsychotic medication.
- Promotes awareness among healthcare providers, patients, and caregivers.
- References the American Psychiatric Association’s recommendation for TD screening.
- Highlights the availability of FDA-approved treatments for TD.
- Stresses the importance of early detection and intervention.
Who is affected
- Individuals with mental health conditions (bipolar disorder, depression, schizophrenia)
- Individuals prescribed antipsychotic medications
- Healthcare providers
- Patients
- Care partners
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Primary sponsor
David Delloso
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