[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 113 (Tuesday, July 9, 2024)]
[Senate]
[Page S4271]
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SENATE RESOLUTION 757--DESIGNATING THE WEEK OF MAY 5, 2024, THROUGH MAY 
           11, 2024, AS ``TARDIVE DYSKINESIA AWARENESS WEEK''

  Mr. MULLIN submitted the following resolution; which was considered 
and agreed to:

                              S. Res. 757

       Whereas many people living with serious mental illnesses, 
     including bipolar disorder, major depressive disorder, 
     schizophrenia, and schizoaffective disorder, or 
     gastrointestinal disorders and symptoms, including 
     gastroparesis, upset stomach, nausea, and vomiting, may be 
     treated with medications that work as dopamine receptor 
     blocking agents, such as antipsychotics and antiemetics;
       Whereas, while ongoing treatment with medications can be 
     necessary for serious mental illnesses or gastrointestinal 
     disorders, prolonged use of medications is associated with 
     tardive dyskinesia (referred to in this preamble as ``TD'');
       Whereas TD is an involuntary movement disorder that is 
     characterized by uncontrollable, abnormal, and repetitive 
     movements of the face, torso, limbs, and fingers or toes;
       Whereas even mild symptoms of TD can impact an individual 
     physically, socially, and emotionally;
       Whereas TD affects approximately 600,000 individuals in the 
     United States and approximately 65 percent of individuals 
     with TD have not been diagnosed, making it important to raise 
     awareness about the symptoms;
       Whereas it is important and recommended by the American 
     Psychiatric Association that individuals taking medications 
     be monitored for TD by a health care provider;
       Whereas clinical research has led to approval of treatments 
     for adults with TD by the Food and Drug Administration;
       Whereas recognition and treatment of TD can make a positive 
     impact in the lives of many individuals experiencing 
     psychotic and mood disorders; and
       Whereas the Senate can raise awareness of TD among the 
     public and medical community: Now, therefore, be it
       Resolved, That the Senate--
       (1) expresses support for the designation of May 5, 2024, 
     through May 11, 2024, as ``Tardive Dyskinesia Awareness 
     Week'';
       (2) encourages each individual in the United States to 
     become better informed about and aware of Tardive Dyskinesia; 
     and
       (3) encourages individuals experiencing uncontrollable, 
     abnormal, and repetitive movements to consult a health care 
     provider regarding their symptoms.

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