The Journal of Child Neurology reports that following a review of over 4000 youths taking anti-psychotic medications (i.e. risperidone,  multiple anti-psychotics, and serotonin-specific reuptake inhibitors)  there was a higher incidence of involuntary movements, sedations and seizures when compared to a control group.  There was a higher risk for younger children with pre existing conditions such as central nervous system disorders, cardiovascular system disorders and mental retardation.

Reference:  Jerrell, Jeanette M., Hwang, Te-Long, Livingston, Timothy S. Neurological Adverse Events Associated With Antipsychotic Treatment in Children and Adolescents

J Child Neurol 2008 0: 0883073808319070

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