Movement Disorders
Movement disorders, such as Parkinson's disease, often have neuropsychiatric manifestations. Understanding these implications is crucial for holistic patient care. The Journal of Clinical Psychiatry provides insights into the psychiatric aspects of movement disorders, from cognitive disturbances to mood challenges. Our expert editors ensure that content is evidence-based and actionable, aiding psychiatrists in offering comprehensive care.
Investigating Real-World Benztropine Usage Patterns in Movement Disorders: Claims Analysis and Health Care Provider Survey Results
This study evaluated real-world treatment patterns for patients initiating benztropine and examined treatment approaches in patients with drug-induced movement disorders from a health care provider perspective.
Qalsody is First Drug for Rare Form of ALS Approved by FDA
Qalsody is the first drug approved by the FDA to treat the SOD1 mutation in ALS, a rare inherited form of the disease.
Gestational Restless Leg Syndrome: In the Spotlight
In this report, the authors discuss restless leg syndrome occurring during pregnancy.
Recent JCP Articles
Collaborating With Patients to Make Treatment Decisions Based on Benefits and Risks of Medications Associated With Tardive Dyskinesia
Do you know how to talk with your patients about the risk for tardive dyskinesia? Follow along as Dr Nierenberg offers tips for clear communication.
Pharmacologic Treatment of Tardive Dyskinesia: A Meta-Analysis and Systematic Review
Many augmentation agents have been examined regarding efficacy for antipsychotic-induced tardive dyskinesia (TD).The goal of this systematic review and meta-analysis was to examine the efficacy of these agents used in the treatment of TD.
Earlier Diagnosis of Tardive Dyskinesia
Do you proactively assess patients for tardive dyskinesia? Here, learn about screening and diagnosis from an expert.
Recent PCC Articles
“Just Let Me Breathe”: Overdose as a Cry for Help in a Patient With Gender Dysphoria and Tourette’s Syndrome
A “helicopter parent” is a parent overtly involved in the life of their child. This report describes a 19-year-old transgender woman who identified helicopter parenting as an underlying reason for her desire to end her life.
Hyperkinetic Movements in Children: Differential Diagnosis, Evaluation, and Treatment
Here, the authors provide primary care providers a foundation for understanding pediatric hyperkinetic movement disorders, including tips on creation of a differential diagnosis, assessment of risk factors, and guidance on management strategies.
Psychiatric Disorder in Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome and Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome-Hypermobility Type
Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome and Ehlers-Danlos syndrome-hypermobility type are associated with neuropsychiatric complications. Read this informative review article to find out more.
