Unexpectedly large numbers of people with learning disabilities treated with drugs normally reserved for those with severe mental illiness,study findsUnexpectedly large numbers of people with learning disabilities are being prescribed strong psychiatric drugs, possibly as a “chemical cosh” to quieten those with challenging behaviour, or according to modern research.
A study published online by The British Medical Journal found that the number of people registered with GP practices with an intellectual or learning disability,who are being treated with psychotropic drugs far exceeds those with mental illness.
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Source: theguardian.com