Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) is a neurological disorder causing an uncontrollable urge to move the legs. While primarily neurological, it can have psychiatric implications. The Journal of Clinical Psychiatry delves into the psychiatric aspects of RLS, from its impact on sleep and mood to therapeutic strategies. Our expert editors curate content that is actionable and comprehensive, aiding psychiatrists in understanding and managing the condition.
Restless Legs Syndrome
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Individuals who experience homelessness have high rates of medical and psychiatric illness and face barriers to care; vulnerable populations include mothers with dependent children who have experienced domestic violence,...
Recent JCP Articles on Restless Legs Syndrome
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Abrupt clozapine discontinuation during a cross-taper to xanomeline/trospium chloride can trigger catatonia. Learn how overlapping cholinergic mechanisms complicate this transition and how to manage withdrawal-induced catatonia.
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When Do Physical Symptoms After Antidepressant Cessation Reflect Pharmacodynamic versus Non-pharmacodynamic Clinical Phenomena?
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Focuses on descriptive symptom phenomenology and strategies to minimize discomfort during antidepressant cessation, with possible explanations for unusual, delayed, or protracted symptoms in patients for whom non-pharmacodynamic features may...
