February 6, 2026 at 9:24 am

Today marks 13 years since Natalie’s medication-induced death. Her story—shared on our podcast—reminds us that akathisia is real, often missed, and can be especially dangerous when mistreated by increasing the akathisia-inducing drug. In memory of Natalie and all victims of akathisia, we continue educating clinicians and families to prevent avoidable suffering and death. Take our free courses, share our resources and listen.

Natalie, who graduated from high school with honors, was a college freshman at the time of her akathisia-induced death.