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Tics are repetitive, involuntary sounds or movements like eye blinking, facial grimacing, shoulder shrugging, sniffing or making small noises.
A brief introduction to Tourette Syndrome
Definition
Tourette syndrome (TS) is a neuropsychiatric disorder characterized by repetitive movements (motor tics) and sounds (vocal tics). TS is generally… [learn more]
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Childhood Tics May Persist Longer Than Previously Expected
Dr. Kevin Black was recently featured in the news to discuss efforts in research of tics and tourette syndrome.
ADHD medications and tics
Recently, two different families asked me about whether it was safe for their child with tics to take medication for ADHD. Short answer: yes, it's safe. Here's the long answer. ADHD is very common in children with tics. For instance, about half of children with Tourette syndrome (TS) have ADHD. So the question comes up […]
Is it OK to talk with my child about the tics?
In our study of children whose tics began just over the past few months, I have encountered several parents who have been hesitant to have any discussion at all with their child about the tics. Here are my thoughts on the subject. Behavior therapy experts recommend creating a "tic-neutral environment." 1 In part, this means that […]