Abstract
The authors report two cases of impulsive suicide attempts associated with akathisia. In both cases, suicidal ideation appeared suddenly, concurrent with neuroleptic-induced akathisia, and disappeared when the akathisia was treated.
MeSH terms
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Adult
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Akathisia, Drug-Induced*
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Female
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Fluphenazine / adverse effects
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Haloperidol / adverse effects
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Humans
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Impulsive Behavior / etiology
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Impulsive Behavior / psychology
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Male
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Psychomotor Agitation / complications
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Psychomotor Agitation / psychology
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Suicide, Attempted / psychology*