Diagnosis and Management of Medication-Induced Movement Disorders (MIMDs)

This professional resource explains how to recognize, assess, and manage movement disorders associated with antipsychotic medications, including tardive dyskinesia. It distinguishes TD from parkinsonism, dystonia, and akathisia, which can require different treatment approaches. Guidance addresses routine monitoring and the use of structured assessment tools, including the Abnormal Involuntary Movement Scale. It discusses risk factors, medication considerations, and the importance of educating patients and families about concerning movements. Additional sections address children and adolescents and conditions that require urgent evaluation. Health care professionals can use it as a reference when evaluating symptoms and planning follow-up care.