There is a strong link between metabolic syndrome and mental illness, particularly among sedentary populations such as incarcerated individuals. Presenters will discuss how inactivity and certain high-risk psychiatric medications increase health risks and will share practical recommendations for managing these risks, including the role of minimal physical activity and medication considerations.

Educational Objectives

• List the current guidelines and recommendations for protecting patients with mental illness from metabolic syndrome
• Describe the results of a systematic review that can be applied to incarcerated patients
• Discuss ways to encourage psychiatric patients to be more active