a motor disorder characterized by a constant feeling of restlessness and the need to move. People with akathisia often experience a sense of inner tension and anxiety that they attempt to relieve through constant movements such as walking, rocking, stretching the legs, or restless shifting in place. Akathisia may be a side effect of certain medications, in particular neuroleptics and antipsychotics, as well as other drugs affecting the nervous system. The condition may also occur in neurological diseases or injuries, as well as in withdrawal syndromes of certain medications. Akathisia is often accompanied by severe discomfort and may significantly worsen a patient’s quality of life if appropriate treatment is not undertaken.