Citation

Kerr IB, Taylor D. J. Psychopharmacol. 1997; 11(3): 271-277.

Affiliation

Maudsley Hospital, London, UK.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1997, SAGE Publishing)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

9305420

Abstract

Acute disturbed or violent behaviour has a number of organic, iatrogenic and psychological precipitants and is commonly encountered. Various models have been used to define such behaviour and to suggest non-pharmacological treatments. However, drugs are frequently used and a wide variety of regimens are employed. Robust research into the use of drugs in acute, disturbed behaviour is scant. Nevertheless a treatment protocol is presented based on primary research, review articles and clinical experience.

Language: en