EPPP Psychology

Category - Biological Bases of Behavior

Antipsychotics are associated with a range of mild and serious side effects. Which of the following side effects can potentially occur with any drug in the antipsychotic class?
  1. Extrapyramidal symptoms
  2. Akathisia
  3. Tardive dyskinesia
  4. Stevens-Johnson syndrome
Explanation
Answer: C - Tardive dyskinesia can be caused by any typical or traditional antipsychotic. This condition consists of abnormal movements in the face, limbs, or trunk; it is reversible in some cases following discontinuation of treatment.
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