Just dropping in with another tip to add to your coping toolbox for #MentalHealthMonth 🧰💚

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It is crucial for people with TD to have timely access to care to reduce the disease's impact and improve their overall quality of life. #TDAwarenessWeek #Screen4TD

Learn more in MDPC’s #TDAwarenessWeek toolkit: bit.ly/2Yo4Dd3

People need to learn to recognize the symptoms & to #Screen4TD . Awareness of the condition can empower individuals to seek treatment, prevent potential complications and enhance their overall well-being.

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That concludes our chat – thank you to everyone who joined today’s #TDAwarenessWeek discussion!

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Increased awareness for tardive dyskinesia is important so others can recognize the signs & symptoms of the condition to seek timely treatment.

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Access to treatments for TD can help make your loved one’s day-to-day life a little easier by reducing those uncontrollable movements and help make them less self-conscious in social settings. #TDAwarenessWeek

What do you feel is most important for people to know about tardive dyskinesia (TD)? #TDAwarenessWeek

Access barriers such as prior authorization and step therapy can stand between patients with TD and receiving the treatment they need far too often. The stigma surrounding the condition also prevents some patients from seeking treatment. #TDAwarenessWeek #Screen4TD

Why is it important that those living with tardive dyskinesia (TD) have timely access to care? #TDAwarenessWeek

The stigma around TD, along with lack of awareness, can prevent patients from seeking treatment. Other barriers include prior authorization and step therapy, which can pose challenges in receiving optimal care. #TDAwarenessWeek #Screen4TD

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If you are experiencing signs & symptoms of TD, talk to your health care provider to find the best options. There are FDA-approved medications, physical therapies & assistive devices available. #TDAwarenessWeek #Screen4TD

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What kind of barriers stand between those with tardive dyskinesia (TD) and treatment? #TDAwarenessWeek

FDA-approved medication options are available to treat TD. It’s important to talk to your health care provider if you are experiencing signs & symptoms to find the best treatment to manage your #TD . #TD AwarenessWeek #Screen4TD

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Proactive recognition and treatment of TD can make a positive impact on the lives of many people experiencing mental illness. TD is a chronic condition that is unlikely to improve without treatment. There are U.S. FDA-approved treatment options for TD. #TDAwarenessWeek #Screen4TD

Reach out to CAN’s free Caregiver Help Desk at 855-227-3640 or caregiveraction.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/reque…. CAN also has videos from the perspective of caregivers for a loved one with TD: caregiveraction.org/resources/tard… #TDAwarenessWeek

When should someone consider treatment for tardive dyskinesia (TD)? What kinds of treatment options are available for people who are living with TD? #TDAwarenessWeek

It's important to openly communicate with your provider about any uncontrollable movements or symptoms. Providing detailed information about the onset, duration & severity of symptoms can help in diagnosis & finding the most effective treatment. #TDAwarenessWeek #Screen4TD

Open communication is key when discussing #TD . Share your symptoms, their impact & what your treatment goals might be with your health care provider to ensure a personalized and effective treatment plan. #TD AwarenessWeek #Screen4TD

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Make sure your loved one’s doctor knows what medications they are taking and the dosage. See our Medication Checklist to help you: caregiveraction.org/medication-che… #TDAwarenessWeek

One family caregiver shares the difficulty of getting a diagnosis in this video. His wife had previously been diagnosed w/ schizophrenia. When the new symptoms started, they thought it was Parkinson’s. caregiveraction.org/tims-story #TDAwarenessWeek