RT Journal Article
SR Electronic
T1 Medications for Aggressiveness in Prison: Focus on Oxcarbazepine
JF Journal of the American Academy of Psychiatry and the Law Online
JO J Am Acad Psychiatry Law
FD American Academy of Psychiatry and the Law
SP 234
OP 238
VO 40
IS 2
A1 Jeffrey A. Mattes
YR 2012
UL http://jaapl.org/content/40/2/234.abstract
AB The literature regarding the use of medication for impulsive aggression, both in a prison setting and outside of prison, is briefly reviewed. The rationale for using oxcarbazepine for impulsive aggression in prison is presented, focusing on the evidence (though limited) of efficacy, the lack of frequent significant side effects, and the cost/benefit ratio, compared with other options.