Is this Tardive Dyskinesia
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Mental Health
2007-11-15 19:02:21
Tardive dyskinesia is a disorder that causes involuntary movements (especially of the lower face).
It could be TD. It could also be tics (less likely).. how old r u, how long have u been taking Antipsychotics.... why 2 at the same time,... best thing go to your psychiatrist for AIMS scale
There is a term called Akathisia (akathasia)...something like that. It refers to involuntary twitching and moving that is not painful but has been described as uncomfortable. Some have reported a preference to avoid their medications and live with their illness rather than stay medicated and deal with this side effect.
I also have this (and take anti psychotics) but its solely to do with my legs jumping. My psychiatrist has assured me its not to do with TD as the movements with TD are different. I would still ask your doc just on the safe side as yours are more wide spread than mine.