Reduction or discontinuation of antipsychotics for challenging behaviour in adults with intellectual disability: a systematic review

The use of antipsychotics to manage challenging behaviour in adults with intellectual disability is widespread but controversial, and evidence is scarce. There is a perception that antipsychotics used in this context can be reduced or discontinued, and this has been a major focus of recent national...

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Veröffentlicht in:	The Lancet. Psychiatry Jg. 4; H. 3; S. 238 - 256
Hauptverfasser:	Sheehan, Rory, Hassiotis, Angela
Format:	Journal Article
Sprache:	Englisch
Veröffentlicht:	England 01.03.2017
Schlagworte:	Adult Aged Antipsychotic Agents - adverse effects Antipsychotic Agents - therapeutic use Attention Deficit and Disruptive Behavior Disorders - drug therapy Attention Deficit and Disruptive Behavior Disorders - psychology Evidence-Based Practice Female Humans Intellectual Disability - drug therapy Intellectual Disability - psychology Male Middle Aged Outcome Assessment (Health Care) Withholding Treatment - statistics & numerical data
ISSN:	2215-0374
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