The daughter of Canadian psychologist and author Jordan Peterson said Saturday that her father is dealing with what she described as a “psych-med-induced neurological injury,” along with additional medical complications that have developed over recent years.

In a post shared on X, Mikhaila Peterson said her father’s condition involves akathisia, a movement disorder associated with restlessness and difficulty remaining still. She linked the condition to past psychiatric medication use and said symptoms began to worsen following a health flare-up she attributed to stress and a possible mold exposure-related illness.

Peterson was previously diagnosed with chronic inflammatory response syndrome (CIRS) in 2025 and later developed pneumonia and sepsis, according to the family account. His daughter said the combination of illnesses has contributed to what she described as a prolonged and difficult health situation.

She also said she made a video explaining akathisia and neurological complications she believes are under-recognized in relation to psychiatric medications. In her comments, she stressed that individuals currently stable on prescribed medications should not make changes without medical guidance, warning against abrupt discontinuation.

Peterson, a clinical psychologist and author who rose to public prominence in recent years as a cultural commentator, has faced both medical and professional controversies in recent years. He previously drew widespread attention after refusing to comply with professional guidance from Canadian regulators regarding speech-related conduct, a case that was later upheld by a court in Canada.

The College of Psychologists of Ontario previously ordered Peterson to undergo professional training following complaints related to public comments and media appearances. He later indicated he would comply after initially resisting the requirement.

Mikhaila Peterson said she does not plan to provide further updates on her father’s condition at this time, citing privacy concerns and the strain on the family, while also calling for greater awareness of medication-related neurological issues.

The family did not provide additional medical documentation, and no independent medical assessment was included in the update.