New train signage, accredited course and informative video help put akathisia on the public health map

See Washington Psychiatric Society news at

https://www.dcpsych.org/todays-news?rkey=20181102AQ60463&filter=9054&Medication-Induced-Suicide-Prevention-Foundation-Recognized-for-Public-Health-Efforts

Turnout at last night’s MISSD annual gala was the largest ever. Special thanks goes out to hundreds of attendees and to all whose continued support helps make MISSD public education programs possible. Check out our new video focused on better identifying some outward signs of akathisia.

https://youtu.be/ER4JGnRssSk

Today is World Benzodiazepine Awareness Day, a day that seeks to raise global awareness about Benzo dependence. These drugs can cause adverse effects as well as intense withdrawal symptoms, which can potentially last for years.

MISSD is not anti-drug but supports awareness of some of the dangers associated with Benzo medications, as they have been associated with akathisia.

For more information, visit http://w-bad.org, which has handouts, events, videos and much more for both lay people and professionals. You can also get involved on social media.

Have you or a loved one experienced a side effect of withdrawal symptom from a Benzo drug? Let us know here or email us privately if you’d like to share your story.