Psychiatr. pro Praxi, 2008; 9(4): 168-169

Theraupeutical approaches of acute agitation and aggression

MUDr. Vlasta Hanušková
Psychiatrická léčebna Opava

Acute agitation and aggression may occur as symptoms of many mental disorders, but non-psychiatric causes of agitation are also possible. The primary goal of intervention is to provide safety for patient and other present individuals. Pharmacological treatment is usually necessary to shorten the period of agitation or physical restraint of the patient.

Keywords: Key words: aggression, pharmacotherapy, physical restraint.

Published: November 1, 2008  Show citation

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Hanušková V. Theraupeutical approaches of acute agitation and aggression. Psychiatr. praxi. 2008;9(4):168-169.
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