Jonah takes antipsychotic drugs to control the symptoms of schizophrenia. After taking the drug for some time, he begins exhibiting repetitive, involuntary jerks and movements of his face, lips, and legs. Jonah is showing signs of __________.

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Jonah is exhibiting symptoms of tardive dyskinesia, which is a side effect of long-term use of antipsychotic drugs. Savant syndrome is a rare condition in which a person with a developmental or intellectual disability demonstrates exceptional abilities in a specific area. A clozapine overdose would result in excessive sedation or seizures, but Jonah's symptoms do not suggest either of these. Neuroleptic malignant syndrome is a rare, life-threatening reaction to antipsychotic medication that includes severe muscle rigidity, fever, and autonomic instability. Jonah's symptoms do not suggest this syndrome.

Jonah Takes Antipsychotic Drugs to Control the Symptoms of Schizophrenia