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DSM-IV: Medication Induced Postural Tremor

A medication-induced movement disorder, this symptom associated with drugs such as lithium, anti-depressants, and valproate consists of a fine tremor while the patient attempts to maintain a posture.

Diagnostic & Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 4th edition. Washington, DC, APA, 1994

The online Diagnostic & Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders lists most of the major psychological disorders and illnesses and lists the criteria that must be fulfilled in order for a diagnosis to be made. This resource is not a substitute for proper professional psychiatric diagnosis.