AP PSYCHOLOGY

TREATMENT OF ABNORMAL BEHAVIOR

THERAPY AND TREATMENT

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The side effect associated with taking traditional antipsychotic drugs that is characterized by chronic tremors and involuntary spastic movements is
A
infindibular recidivism.
B
tardive dyskinesia.
C
tachycardia palpitations.
D
MAO inhibition.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Tardive dyskinesia is a side effect of antipsychotic medications. These drugs are used to treat schizophrenia and other mental health disorders. TD causes stiff, jerky movements of your face and body that you can’t control.

Detailed explanation-2: -Extrapyramidal side effects are a group of symptoms that can occur in people taking antipsychotic medications. 1 Symptoms of extrapyramidal effects include an inability to sit still, involuntary muscle contraction, tremors, stiff muscles, and involuntary facial movements.

Detailed explanation-3: -Tardive dyskinesia (TD) is the main late onset condition among the EPSEs. These are involuntary movements, mainly of the tongue and mouth with twisting of the tongue, chewing, and grimacing movements of the face. It develops after chronic exposure to antipsychotics for about six months.

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