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Determinants Associated with Use of Psychotropic Medication in Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disability

Center:

MI-Developmental Disabilities Institute, UCEDD/LEND

Fiscal Year:

2020

Contact Information:

Steven Erickson
[email protected]
734-763-4989

Product Description:

At the global level: No significant differences were found across states in prescribing psychotropic medications. These findings suggest environmental factors, such as opportunities for social outings, could improve mental health and behavioral functioning as an alternative to medication. This possibility is important to consider as medication can have side effects and do not replace appropriate behavioral supports.

Keyword(s):

intellectual disabilities, psychotropic medication use

Product/Publication Type(s):

Conference presentations and posters presented

Target Audience:

Professionals

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