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FL S1802
Resolution
AI Summary
- Designates the week of May 3, 2026 as "Tardive Dyskinesia Awareness Week" in Florida
- Tardive dyskinesia (TD) is a condition causing uncontrollable, repetitive movements of the face, torso, and limbs, associated with prolonged antipsychotic medication use
- Approximately 60 percent of the estimated 800,000 U.S. adults living with TD remain undiagnosed
- Higher-risk populations include those over 55, Black individuals, women, and people with mood disorders, substance use disorders, or intellectual disabilities
- Supports efforts to raise awareness about causes, symptoms, and the importance of routine screening as recommended by the American Psychiatric Association
Legislative Description
Tardive Dyskinesia Awareness Week
Last Action
Adopted
3/9/2026
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