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Akathisia and violence.

M L Crowner1, R Douyon, A Convit

  • 1Research Department, Manhattan Psychiatric Center, Ward's Island, New York, NY 10035.

Psychopharmacology Bulletin
|January 1, 1990
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Akathisia, a neuroleptic side effect, may link to violence. This study found both victims and assailants experienced akathisia before assaults, suggesting a connection between this movement disorder and violent behavior.

Area of Science:

  • Neuroscience
  • Psychiatry
  • Pharmacology

Background:

  • Akathisia is a common neuroleptic drug side effect.
  • Akathisia can manifest as behavioral disturbances.
  • Preliminary reports suggest a link between violence and akathisia.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To conduct the first observational study on the relationship between akathisia and violence.
  • To investigate the prevalence of akathisia in violent patients and bystanders during assault incidents.

Main Methods:

  • Observational study in a special unit for violent patients.
  • Video recording of assaults and the preceding 5 minutes using closed-circuit television.
  • Rating of participants and bystanders for the motor component of akathisia.

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Main Results:

  • Nine incidents were analyzed.
  • Both victims and assailants exhibited akathisia before approximately half of the assaults.
  • Bystanders rarely showed signs of akathisia before assaults.

Conclusions:

  • Findings suggest a potential association between akathisia and violent incidents.
  • Further research is warranted to understand the implications of akathisia in violent behavior.
  • The motor component of akathisia may play a role in violent patient populations.