What Is Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
Mental health issues can be notoriously difficult to treat, partly because our brains are such complex organs. These conditions are often treated with therapy which involves teaching the patient skills they need to help them manage their symptoms. Antipsychotic medication will also be prescribed in some cases, and these can have a profound effect on the patient.
One potential effect of antipsychotic medication, as with other types of medication, is that patients can experience an unwelcome reaction to it. One such reaction is neuroleptic malignant syndrome, and here’s a closer look at what it is and what impact it can have on the patient.
