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Patient survey
News
11/06/2024
Key barriers to tardive dyskinesia (TD) diagnosis include a lack of communication with the health care professional, lack of a physical exam, and low educational and socioeconomic status, according to a survey of adults with TD symptoms.
Key barriers to tardive dyskinesia (TD) diagnosis include a lack of communication with the health care professional, lack of a physical exam, and low educational and socioeconomic status, according to a survey of adults with TD symptoms.
Key barriers to tardive...
11/06/2024
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: FDA Approves Oral Valbenazine Granule Formulation, an Alternative Administration Option for Adults With TD
News
05/15/2024
At the end of April, Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc. announced the approval of INGREZZA® SPRINKLE (valbenazine) capsules by the FDA. This approval provides an alternative option for patients with dysphagia or who have difficulty swallowing. 
At the end of April, Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc. announced the approval of INGREZZA® SPRINKLE (valbenazine) capsules by the FDA. This approval provides an alternative option for patients with dysphagia or who have difficulty swallowing. 
At the end of April, Neurocrine...
05/15/2024
Psych Congress Network
TD Has ‘Severe Impact’ on Patients and Caregivers
News
05/10/2024
Tardive dyskinesia (TD) was found to have a “severe impact” on the lives of both patients and their caregivers across physical, psychological, and social domains. Results from the survey-based study were published in the Journal of Patient...
Tardive dyskinesia (TD) was found to have a “severe impact” on the lives of both patients and their caregivers across physical, psychological, and social domains. Results from the survey-based study were published in the Journal of Patient...
Tardive dyskinesia (TD) was...
05/10/2024
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Geriatric Patient with son in long term care setting
News
05/07/2024
Patients with tardive dyskinesia (TD) in long-term care settings have a high comorbidity and polypharmacy burden, with half taking medications that may worsen TD, according to a poster presentation at the APA annual meeting.
Patients with tardive dyskinesia (TD) in long-term care settings have a high comorbidity and polypharmacy burden, with half taking medications that may worsen TD, according to a poster presentation at the APA annual meeting.
Patients with tardive dyskinesia...
05/07/2024
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Amber Hoberg, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC
Videos
01/10/2024
n this video, Tardive Dyskinesia Section Editor Amber Hoberg, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC, of Med Management Associates, offers clinical pearls that clinicians can implement to optimize their tardive dyskinesia care.
n this video, Tardive Dyskinesia Section Editor Amber Hoberg, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC, of Med Management Associates, offers clinical pearls that clinicians can implement to optimize their tardive dyskinesia care.
n this video, Tardive Dyskinesia...
01/10/2024
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amber hoberg, np
Expert Insights Quiz
05/26/2023
True or False: According to Nurse Amber Hoberg, the AIMS is the only scale that should be used when screening a patient for tardive dyskinesia (TD).
True or False: According to Nurse Amber Hoberg, the AIMS is the only scale that should be used when screening a patient for tardive dyskinesia (TD).
True or False: According to...
05/26/2023
Psych Congress Network
Elderly patient and his doctor
News
05/15/2023
Clinician-confirmed possible tardive dyskinesia (TD) was associated with diminished wellness and social functioning in real-world patients, according to a study published online in the Journal of Patient-Reported Outcomes.
Clinician-confirmed possible tardive dyskinesia (TD) was associated with diminished wellness and social functioning in real-world patients, according to a study published online in the Journal of Patient-Reported Outcomes.
Clinician-confirmed possible...
05/15/2023
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Expert Insights Quiz
02/14/2023
True or false: Patients with Tardive Dyskinesia (TD) have high rates of antipsychotic medication non-adherence partly due to their TD symptoms.
True or false: Patients with Tardive Dyskinesia (TD) have high rates of antipsychotic medication non-adherence partly due to their TD symptoms.
True or false: Patients with...
02/14/2023
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Chepke
Expert Insights Quiz
12/16/2022
As a clinician, if you notice a patient who is taking antipsychotics is exhibiting an excessive blink rate, what should the next step be?
As a clinician, if you notice a patient who is taking antipsychotics is exhibiting an excessive blink rate, what should the next step be?
As a clinician, if you notice a...
12/16/2022
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Tardive Dyskinesia
Conference Coverage
06/04/2022
An interdisciplinary team of HCPs has developed the MIND-TD questionnaire to improve TD screening. They presented their development and revision process at Psych Congress Elevate 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
An interdisciplinary team of HCPs has developed the MIND-TD questionnaire to improve TD screening. They presented their development and revision process at Psych Congress Elevate 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
An interdisciplinary team of...
06/04/2022
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News Articles

Patient survey
News
11/06/2024
Key barriers to tardive dyskinesia (TD) diagnosis include a lack of communication with the health care professional, lack of a physical exam, and low educational and socioeconomic status, according to a survey of adults with TD symptoms.
Key barriers to tardive dyskinesia (TD) diagnosis include a lack of communication with the health care professional, lack of a physical exam, and low educational and socioeconomic status, according to a survey of adults with TD symptoms.
Key barriers to tardive...
11/06/2024
Psych Congress Network
: FDA Approves Oral Valbenazine Granule Formulation, an Alternative Administration Option for Adults With TD
News
05/15/2024
At the end of April, Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc. announced the approval of INGREZZA® SPRINKLE (valbenazine) capsules by the FDA. This approval provides an alternative option for patients with dysphagia or who have difficulty swallowing. 
At the end of April, Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc. announced the approval of INGREZZA® SPRINKLE (valbenazine) capsules by the FDA. This approval provides an alternative option for patients with dysphagia or who have difficulty swallowing. 
At the end of April, Neurocrine...
05/15/2024
Psych Congress Network
TD Has ‘Severe Impact’ on Patients and Caregivers
News
05/10/2024
Tardive dyskinesia (TD) was found to have a “severe impact” on the lives of both patients and their caregivers across physical, psychological, and social domains. Results from the survey-based study were published in the Journal of Patient...
Tardive dyskinesia (TD) was found to have a “severe impact” on the lives of both patients and their caregivers across physical, psychological, and social domains. Results from the survey-based study were published in the Journal of Patient...
Tardive dyskinesia (TD) was...
05/10/2024
Psych Congress Network
Geriatric Patient with son in long term care setting
News
05/07/2024
Patients with tardive dyskinesia (TD) in long-term care settings have a high comorbidity and polypharmacy burden, with half taking medications that may worsen TD, according to a poster presentation at the APA annual meeting.
Patients with tardive dyskinesia (TD) in long-term care settings have a high comorbidity and polypharmacy burden, with half taking medications that may worsen TD, according to a poster presentation at the APA annual meeting.
Patients with tardive dyskinesia...
05/07/2024
Psych Congress Network
Elderly patient and his doctor
News
05/15/2023
Clinician-confirmed possible tardive dyskinesia (TD) was associated with diminished wellness and social functioning in real-world patients, according to a study published online in the Journal of Patient-Reported Outcomes.
Clinician-confirmed possible tardive dyskinesia (TD) was associated with diminished wellness and social functioning in real-world patients, according to a study published online in the Journal of Patient-Reported Outcomes.
Clinician-confirmed possible...
05/15/2023
Psych Congress Network
News
12/08/2021
Valbenazine use for tardive dyskinesia (TD) in adults aged 65 and older has been deemed efficacious with comparable outcomes to younger adults, according to a post hoc analysis.
Valbenazine use for tardive dyskinesia (TD) in adults aged 65 and older has been deemed efficacious with comparable outcomes to younger adults, according to a post hoc analysis.
Valbenazine use for tardive...
12/08/2021
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News
12/03/2021
Deutetrabenazine may provide long-term treatment benefits to patients with tardive dyskinesia (TD), according to a post hoc analysis presented in a poster at Psych Congress 2021.
Deutetrabenazine may provide long-term treatment benefits to patients with tardive dyskinesia (TD), according to a post hoc analysis presented in a poster at Psych Congress 2021.
Deutetrabenazine may provide...
12/03/2021
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News
11/17/2021
Response-driven titration of deutetrabenazine is beneficial for patients with tardive dyskinesia (TD), according to new findings.
Response-driven titration of deutetrabenazine is beneficial for patients with tardive dyskinesia (TD), according to new findings.
Response-driven titration of...
11/17/2021
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News
11/12/2021
Tardive dyskinesia negatively impacts patients’ physical functioning, mental well-being, and social activities—even in patients with self-assessed mild-to-moderate symptoms.
Tardive dyskinesia negatively impacts patients’ physical functioning, mental well-being, and social activities—even in patients with self-assessed mild-to-moderate symptoms.
Tardive dyskinesia negatively...
11/12/2021
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News
09/01/2021
Antibodies against neuronal N-methyl-D-aspartate receptor (NMDAR) may be associated with orofacial tardive dyskinesia (TD) and could potentially be mediated by increased choroid plexus (CP) volume.
Antibodies against neuronal N-methyl-D-aspartate receptor (NMDAR) may be associated with orofacial tardive dyskinesia (TD) and could potentially be mediated by increased choroid plexus (CP) volume.
Antibodies against neuronal...
09/01/2021
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News
02/11/2025
A lifetime history of heavy cannabis use in young adults was associated with lower brain activation during a working memory task, according to a study in JAMA Network Open
A lifetime history of heavy cannabis use in young adults was associated with lower brain activation during a working memory task, according to a study in JAMA Network Open
A lifetime history of heavy...
02/11/2025
Neurology
Methylphenidate Improved Driving Performance in Adults
News
02/10/2025
Methylphenidate improved driving performance in adults by reducing lane weaving and speed variation, according to results from a recent randomized controlled trial published in the Journal of Psychopharmacology. 
Methylphenidate improved driving performance in adults by reducing lane weaving and speed variation, according to results from a recent randomized controlled trial published in the Journal of Psychopharmacology. 
Methylphenidate improved driving...
02/10/2025
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News
02/07/2025
A recent study published in JAMA Network Open highlights the financial benefits of employer-sponsored behavioral health programs, demonstrating that these programs can result in significant net medical costs savings.
A recent study published in JAMA Network Open highlights the financial benefits of employer-sponsored behavioral health programs, demonstrating that these programs can result in significant net medical costs savings.
A recent study published in JAMA...
02/07/2025
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News
02/03/2025
Elevated translocator protein (TSPO) binding, a marker of neuroinflammatory processes, was associated with more pronounced daily suicidal ideation and negative affect during real-world stress in patients with major depressive disorder (MDD).
Elevated translocator protein (TSPO) binding, a marker of neuroinflammatory processes, was associated with more pronounced daily suicidal ideation and negative affect during real-world stress in patients with major depressive disorder (MDD).
Elevated translocator protein...
02/03/2025
Psych Congress Network
Drug Overdose Deaths Overall Decrease from 2022 to 2023
News
01/31/2025
A recent report from the National Center for Health Statistics found many decreases in drug overdose deaths between 2022 and 2023, though certain subsections remained stable or increased year over year, according to the CDC and the National...
A recent report from the National Center for Health Statistics found many decreases in drug overdose deaths between 2022 and 2023, though certain subsections remained stable or increased year over year, according to the CDC and the National...
A recent report from the...
01/31/2025
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News
01/28/2025
The FDA has approved a supplemental biologics license application for lecanemab-irmb (Leqembi, Eisai Co., Ltd.; Biogen Inc.), an intravenous treatment (IV) for early Alzheimer disease (AD).
The FDA has approved a supplemental biologics license application for lecanemab-irmb (Leqembi, Eisai Co., Ltd.; Biogen Inc.), an intravenous treatment (IV) for early Alzheimer disease (AD).
The FDA has approved a...
01/28/2025
Psych Congress Network
Brexpiprazole and Sertraline Combination Treatment Improves PTSD Symptoms
News
01/27/2025
Combining brexpiprazole and sertraline in treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) significantly improved PTSD symptoms when compared with sertraline and placebo treatment, according to results from a randomized clinical trial...
Combining brexpiprazole and sertraline in treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) significantly improved PTSD symptoms when compared with sertraline and placebo treatment, according to results from a randomized clinical trial...
Combining brexpiprazole and...
01/27/2025
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IED Linked With Multiple Psychiatric, Neurologic Comorbidities
News
01/24/2025
Intermittent explosive disorder (IED) was found to have many comorbidities, including substance use disorder, neurodegenerative diseases, sleep disorders, and many somatic diseases, according to a recent cohort study published in JAMA...
Intermittent explosive disorder (IED) was found to have many comorbidities, including substance use disorder, neurodegenerative diseases, sleep disorders, and many somatic diseases, according to a recent cohort study published in JAMA...
Intermittent explosive disorder...
01/24/2025
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ADHD Symptoms Associated With Lower Academic Performance in College Students
News
01/23/2025
Symptoms of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) were associated with a lower academic performance in college students, especially those with inattention symptoms, according to a recent systematic review published in the Journal of...
Symptoms of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) were associated with a lower academic performance in college students, especially those with inattention symptoms, according to a recent systematic review published in the Journal of...
Symptoms of...
01/23/2025
Psych Congress Network
Some Psychedelics Could Hold Promise for OUD Treatment
News
01/23/2025
Psychedelics could be a promising treatment option for patients with opioid use disorder (OUD), according to a recent systematic review of preclinical animal studies published in Cellular and Molecular Life Sciences.
Psychedelics could be a promising treatment option for patients with opioid use disorder (OUD), according to a recent systematic review of preclinical animal studies published in Cellular and Molecular Life Sciences.
Psychedelics could be a...
01/23/2025
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Expert Insights Quiz
05/26/2023
True or False: According to Nurse Amber Hoberg, the AIMS is the only scale that should be used when screening a patient for tardive dyskinesia (TD).
True or False: According to Nurse Amber Hoberg, the AIMS is the only scale that should be used when screening a patient for tardive dyskinesia (TD).
True or False: According to...
05/26/2023
Psych Congress Network
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Expert Insights Quiz
02/14/2023
True or false: Patients with Tardive Dyskinesia (TD) have high rates of antipsychotic medication non-adherence partly due to their TD symptoms.
True or false: Patients with Tardive Dyskinesia (TD) have high rates of antipsychotic medication non-adherence partly due to their TD symptoms.
True or false: Patients with...
02/14/2023
Psych Congress Network
Chepke
Expert Insights Quiz
12/16/2022
As a clinician, if you notice a patient who is taking antipsychotics is exhibiting an excessive blink rate, what should the next step be?
As a clinician, if you notice a patient who is taking antipsychotics is exhibiting an excessive blink rate, what should the next step be?
As a clinician, if you notice a...
12/16/2022
Psych Congress Network
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Quiz
12/10/2021
What percentage of patients with tardive dyskinesia reported their illness having a severe impact across their physical, psychological, and social lives? Take the quiz!
What percentage of patients with tardive dyskinesia reported their illness having a severe impact across their physical, psychological, and social lives? Take the quiz!
What percentage of patients with...
12/10/2021
Psych Congress Network
Quiz
10/28/2021
True or false: Long-term anticholinergic medication exposure can cause long-term consequences that surpass previously documented short-term cognitive effects.
True or false: Long-term anticholinergic medication exposure can cause long-term consequences that surpass previously documented short-term cognitive effects.
True or false: Long-term...
10/28/2021
Psych Congress Network
Quiz
10/15/2021
According to a recent study, what antibody levels were significantly higher in schizophrenia patients with tardive dyskinesia (TD)? Take the quiz to find out!
According to a recent study, what antibody levels were significantly higher in schizophrenia patients with tardive dyskinesia (TD)? Take the quiz to find out!
According to a recent study,...
10/15/2021
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Quiz
09/09/2021
True or False: A notable percentage of psychiatrists said they would use an anticholinergic medication to manage symptoms of tardive dyskinesia in a patient.
True or False: A notable percentage of psychiatrists said they would use an anticholinergic medication to manage symptoms of tardive dyskinesia in a patient.
True or False: A notable...
09/09/2021
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Bottles
Quiz
08/16/2021
What are the updated treatments for tardive dyskinesia? Take the quiz and find out!
What are the updated treatments for tardive dyskinesia? Take the quiz and find out!
What are the updated treatments...
08/16/2021
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Quiz
06/17/2021
True or False: A notable percentage of psychiatrists said they would use an anticholinergic medication to manage symptoms of tardive dyskinesia in a patient.
True or False: A notable percentage of psychiatrists said they would use an anticholinergic medication to manage symptoms of tardive dyskinesia in a patient.
True or False: A notable...
06/17/2021
Psych Congress Network
Quiz
05/07/2021
Test your knowledge: How often does the American Psychiatric Association (APA) recommend patients taking either first or second-generation antipsychotics be assessed for tardive dyskinesia?
Test your knowledge: How often does the American Psychiatric Association (APA) recommend patients taking either first or second-generation antipsychotics be assessed for tardive dyskinesia?
Test your knowledge: How often...
05/07/2021
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How many US Psychiatric Hospitals Provided Medications for OUD?
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02/06/2025
Do you remember the details of this study?
Do you remember the details of this study?
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02/06/2025
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02/03/2025
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02/03/2025
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How many people with anxiety disorders receive treatment?
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01/28/2025
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01/28/2025
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How can clinicians help patients with ADHD transition from adolescence to adulthood?
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01/22/2025
Do you remember this interview with Dr Wilens?
Do you remember this interview with Dr Wilens?
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01/22/2025
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01/21/2025
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01/21/2025
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01/15/2025
According to a recent study published in the Journal of Affective Disorders, what percentage of people experienced hypomanic symptoms during a major depressive disorder (MDD) episode?
According to a recent study published in the Journal of Affective Disorders, what percentage of people experienced hypomanic symptoms during a major depressive disorder (MDD) episode?
According to a recent study...
01/15/2025
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Which U.S. region saw the most fentanyl pill seizures in 2023?
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01/15/2025
Do you remember the details of this study?
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01/15/2025
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01/06/2025
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01/06/2025
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How long does worry need to be present in order to diagnose GAD?
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01/03/2025
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01/03/2025
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12/23/2024
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12/23/2024
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BACKGROUND: Esketamine nasal spray and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) are used for treatment-resistant depression (TRD), but little is known about the sequence in which these the...
11/26/2024
BACKGROUND: Clinical trials for esketamine nasal spray in treatment resistant depression (TRD) often assess efficacy using Montgomery-Asberg Depression Rating Scale (MADRS)-based primary ...
11/26/2024
BACKGROUND: Both esketamine nasal spray and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) are indicated for treatment-resistant depression (TRD), but there are no guidelines on the sequence of...
11/26/2024
BACKGROUND: Esketamine nasal spray and second-generation antipsychotic augmentation (SGA) are approved therapies for treatment-resistant depression (TRD). Prospective randomized ESCAPE-TR...
11/26/2024
Hypothesis/Objective: To evaluate the impact of centanafadine (CTN)—a norepinephrine, dopamine, serotonin reuptake inhibitor—on patient-reported assessment of the frequency of core sympto...
11/26/2024
Background: We report secondary/exploratory endpoints assessing patient-reported depressive symptoms, insomnia symptoms, and health-related quality of life (HRQoL) from a phase 3, double-...
11/26/2024
Depression treatment remains a significant clinical challenge due to the variability in patient responses to antidepressant medications. Outside of pharmacogenetic testing, established mo...
11/26/2024
Introduction: Lumateperone is an FDA-approved antipsychotic to treat schizophrenia and depressive episodes associated with bipolar I or II disorder. This prospectively defined analysis of...
11/26/2024
Introduction: Lumateperone is an FDA-approved antipsychotic to treat schizophrenia and bipolar depression. This Phase 3, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, multicenter, interna...
11/26/2024