Tourette’s Syndrome and Tic Disorders

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Tourette’s syndrome (TS) is a neuropsychiatric disorder characterized by motor and phonic tics such as eye-blinks and grunts, respectively. It usually manifests in the first decade of life, and may be a considerable source of morbidity as it waxes and wanes. Advances in neuroscience, psychopharmacology, and psychotherapy are improving our understanding and the treatment of TS. Multimodal interventions that include focused treatment of comorbid conditions as well as educational and long term supportive relationships are usually the best approach.

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