Psychiatry Akathesia is characterized by – A Restlessness, persistent desire to move about, and fidgety & rocking movement. B Tongue protrusion, stiffness and abnormal posture of trunk and limbs C Purposeless involuntary facial and limb movements D Perioral tremor. 💡 Explanation Akathesia is characterized by - ✓ Correct Answer: A. Restlessness, persistent desire to move about, and fidgety & rocking movement.