House Resolution 1295
By: Representatives Cooper of the 45th, Fleming of the 114th, Paris of the 142nd, and Martinez
of the 111th
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing the first full week in May as Tardive Dyskinesia Awareness Week 2026; and
for other purposes.
WHEREAS, serious mental illnesses like bipolar disorder, major depressive disorder, and
schizophrenia often require treatment with antipsychotic medications for effective
management, and antipsychotic prescribing rates continue to rise; and
WHEREAS, while prolonged antipsychotic use may be essential for the treatment of certain
conditions, it is associated with tardive dyskinesia (TD), a condition marked by
uncontrollable, abnormal, and repetitive movements of the face, torso, limbs, or extremities;
and
WHEREAS, people at higher risk of TD include those older than 55 years, Black individuals,
women, individuals with mood or substance use disorders, intellectual disabilities, or central
nervous system injuries, and those with high cumulative antipsychotic exposure; and
WHEREAS, approximately 60 percent of the estimated 800,000 adults in the United States
living with TD remain undiagnosed; and even mild TD symptoms can be stigmatizing and
impair physical, social, and emotional well-being, underscoring the urgency of early
screening, detection, and intervention; and
WHEREAS, the American Psychiatric Association recommends routine TD screening in
their clinical guidelines for antipsychotic treatment, and individuals treated with
antipsychotics or experiencing abnormal movements should consult their healthcare
providers to assess TD risk, receive TD screenings, and determine appropriate treatment
together; and
WHEREAS, FDA-approved treatments for TD can provide options for symptom
management and improved quality of life for many individuals living with TD.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
the members of this body recognize the first full week in May as Tardive Dyskinesia
Awareness Week 2026, prioritizing TD awareness, education, and routine screenings to
improve care for individuals prescribed antipsychotics supports the health and well-being of
Georgia's citizens.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized
and directed to make appropriate copies of this resolution available for distribution to the
public and the press.