Tourette syndrome is a neurological disorder characterized by vocal and motor tics, which can contribute to anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem. Researchers in Japan have developed a removable ...

Tourette syndrome (TS) often begins in childhood, but for many patients, its challenges and care needs continue into adulthood. From early recognition and behavioral interventions to managing ...

Specially designed comprehensive behavioral therapy is more effective than sessions offering patient support and education in helping adults with Tourette syndrome manage their tics according to a new ...

ADHD and tics are separate but closely related conditions. About one in five people with ADHD also have a tic disorder. Jump to Key Takeaways. Tics are sudden, repetitive actions that people cannot ...

Tourette syndrome is a relatively common and complex neurobehavioral disorder characterized by motor and vocal (phonic) tics. Tics are abrupt, rapid, brief, repetitive behaviors that may resemble ...

Individuals with severe Tourette syndrome or chronic tic disorder (TS/CTD) are at increased risk for cervical spine disorders and related neurological conditions, new research suggests. In a study of ...

Tics are irregular, uncontrollable, and repetitive movements of muscles that can occur in any part of the body. Types of tic disorders include motor, vocal, and Tourette’s syndrome. Movements of the ...

Tourette Syndrome is a neurological disorder that involves abnormal extra movements, or sounds that can be sudden and unwanted. In order to make the diagnosis of Tourette syndrome, these vocal and ...

DEAR DOCTOR K: My son jerks his neck constantly. Why does he have this tic? Is it dangerous? What can we do about it? DEAR READER: Tics are upsetting – both to the person who has them and to the ...

Specially designed comprehensive behavioral therapy is more effective than sessions offering patient support and education in helping adults with Tourette syndrome manage their tics – sudden, ...