​May 3–9, 2026: Tardive Dyskinesia (TD) Awareness Week

Havertown, PA — May 5, 2026 — May 3–9, 2026, marks Tardive Dyskinesia (TD) Awareness Week, a national effort to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and encourage conversations about TD, an involuntary movement disorder affecting an estimated 800,000 adults in the United States—approximately 60% of whom remain undiagnosed.

TD is associated with the use of antipsychotic medications prescribed to treat mental health conditions including bipolar disorder, major depressive disorder, schizophrenia, and schizoaffective disorder. It is a chronic condition that is unlikely to improve without treatment.

Routine screening is critical. The American Psychiatric Association recommends screening for TD at least every six months for those at high risk and annually for others at risk.

Observed during Mental Health Awareness Month, TD Awareness Week highlights the connection between TD and mental health. Survey data show that 86% of people diagnosed with TD report feeling judged or stared at due to their movements, while more than half report avoiding social situations.

“TD Awareness Week is an important opportunity to bring visibility to a condition that is often misunderstood or overlooked,” said Kristine Songster, Affiliate Coordinator/NAMI Main Line PA. “By encouraging open conversations and routine screening, we can help people recognize the signs of TD earlier and connect to appropriate care and support.”

Communities across Pennsylvania are encouraged to recognize TD Awareness Week and help increase understanding of the condition.

Learn More:
TalkAboutTD.com