Barnes Akathisia-Rating Scale<\/a> (BARS), a four-point measure of restlessness.<\/p>\nThis condition is often misdiagnosed as persistent anxiety or agitation.<\/p>\n
Symptoms of akathisia often mimic or overlap other psychiatric conditions such as psychosis, mania and ADHD.<\/p>\n
What\u2019s the treatment of akathisia?<\/h2>\n
There\u2019s no definitive treatment of akathisia, but healthcare providers may switch the patient to a different antipsychotic medication or lower the dosage.<\/p>\n
Some studies have shown that other medications may help akathisia symptoms, like beta-blockers, benzodiazepines, asthma therapies and vitamin B6.<\/p>\n
If left untreated, akathisia can impact quality of life and even lead to severe anxiety, dysphoria and possible suicidal ideation.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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