NAMI NYS Tardive Dyskinesia (TD) Webinar

Tardive Dyskinesia: Understanding TD and the Experiences of Those Affected Join NAMI New York State for an educational webinar focused on tardive dyskinesia (TD) and the experiences of people affected by this medication-related movement disorder. People taking antipsychotic medications should be routinely monitored by a healthcare provider for drug-induced movement disorders, including tardive dyskinesia. This webinar provides an opportunity to learn more about TD while hearing from professionals and advocates who bring clinical, peer-support and lived-experience perspectives to the conversation. Featured Speakers Jose M. Rubio, MD Board-Certified Psychiatrist & Investigator Dr. Rubio brings a clinical and research perspective to the conversation around tardive dyskinesia and medication-related movement disorders. Athena Kabylafkas Peer Program Director, NAMI Colorado | Certified Peer Support Coach & State Trainer Athena brings her experience in peer support and training to the discussion, highlighting the importance of connection, education and support for people navigating mental health challenges. Amy Hefti Founder, The Art of Going Insane | Patient Advocate & TD Lived-Experience Speaker Amy is a patient advocate who shares her lived experience with tardive dyskinesia and works to increase understanding and awareness of the condition. Anja Eide TD Lived-Experience Speaker Anja brings her personal experience with tardive dyskinesia to the conversation, offering an important perspective on what it means to live with and navigate the condition. Through these different perspectives, the webinar explores tardive dyskinesia, the importance of monitoring for medication-related movement disorders, and the value of greater awareness, education and advocacy. Thank you to our featured speakers and everyone who joined NAMI New York State for this important conversation. Learn more about NAMI New York State at naminys.org #TardiveDyskinesia #TDawareness #MentalHealth #NAMI #NAMINYS #MentalHealthEducation