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Tics are repetitive, involuntary sounds or movements like eye blinking, facial grimacing, shoulder shrugging, sniffing or making small noises.
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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.
Tics in ADHD
ADHD is really common in people with tics: at least 50% of children with tics also have ADHD [1]. What about the other side? I mean, how common are tics in children with ADHD? Until recently, I would have said, "well, more common than in kids without ADHD." That's true, but recently I have begun […]
“I’ve found the answer to TS,” or why science isn’t faster
Recently someone with TS wrote me to say that he had discovered a trigger for tics and a potential treatment that might apply to others. I applaud his careful observations and willingness to share. But how can we move this observation forward? After all, numerous potential cures to TS have been proposed, ranging from antibiotics […]