The 2025 Assembly Joint Resolution 32, introduced by a group of representatives and senators, seeks to designate the first full week in May as Tardive Dyskinesia (TD) Awareness Week in Wisconsin. The resolution highlights the connection between serious mental illnesses, such as bipolar disorder and schizophrenia, and the use of antipsychotic medications, which can lead to the development of TD—a condition characterized by uncontrollable and repetitive movements. It emphasizes that certain populations, including older adults and individuals with specific mental health conditions, are at a higher risk for TD, and notes that a significant number of those affected remain undiagnosed.

The resolution calls for increased awareness and education regarding TD, advocating for routine screenings as recommended by the American Psychiatric Association. It stresses the importance of early detection and intervention to improve the quality of life for individuals living with TD and encourages healthcare providers, patients, and caregivers to engage in discussions about TD risk and management. By designating a specific week for awareness, the Wisconsin Legislature aims to promote understanding of TD's causes, symptoms, and the necessity of regular screenings for those prescribed antipsychotic medications.