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J, an 11-year-old boy, is diagnosed with schizophrenia and prescribed an antipsychotic medication called Prolixin by his parents without being given full information. After two months on the drug, J develops involuntary jerking movements called tardive dyskinesia, a potentially severe side effect of long-term antipsychotic use. The case illustrates the need to fully inform parents of medication risks and limits before consenting to treatment.

Author

Anne Marie Angelica Bilono

Language

EN