There are reports of off-label prescribing of antipsychotics for youths, with some outlets suggesting this practice is spreading to new populations, including children in europe and the middle east. However, at least one report indicates that prescriptions of antipsychotic medications in young children may be declining. The use of antipsychotic drugs in children and teens is often for off-label purposes, and some studies suggest that these medications may be overprescribed or misused in certain populations.