Tourette syndrome (TS) is a frequently observed developmental neuropsychological disorder occurring in children. The pathophysiology involves both genetic and environmental factors. In this review, clinical characteristics, pathophysiology, and treatment approaches based on the pathophysiology of TS are ...
Tourette syndromeChronic Tic DisorderHabit Reversal Therapy (HRT) is the psychosocial treatment of choice for tic disorders. Across five randomized controlled trials HRT has proven superior to other active comparison treatments (e.g., supportive psychotherapy, Exposure and Response Prevention), and it ...
The effectiveness and safety of plum-blossom needle therapy for Tourette syndrome: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial. Previous studies have indicated that acupuncture can alleviate the symptoms of Tourette syndrome (TS), but the evidence is insufficient. So far, there have... Jinna,...
N. (2011). Habit Reversal Training and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for Tourette Syndrome: A Pilot Project. Journal of Developmental and Physical Disabilities, 23(1), 49-60.Franklin ME, Best SH, Wilson MA, Loew B, Compton SN. Habit reversal training and acceptance and commitment therapy ...
tourette syndromebehavioral ticTics in Tourette syndrome begin in childhood, peak in early adolescence, and often decrease by early adulthood. However, some adult patients continue to have impairing tics. Medications for tics are often effective but can cause adverse effects. B...
The use of cognitive-behavioural therapy to treat tics in Tourette syndrome may be as effective as and even superior to medication in certain cases. According to a new study published in a special edition of the International Journal of Cognitive Therapy
A neurological condition, Tourette syndrome is characterized by tics — involuntary movements and vocalizations. These tics can be simple or complex.
Tourette's disorder, also called Tourette syndrome (TS), is characterized by motor and vocal tics that can cause significant impairment in daily functioning. Tics are believed to be due to failed inhibition of both associative and motor cortico-striato-thalamo-cortical pathways. Comprehensive Behavio...
Tics in Tourette syndrome begin in childhood, peak in early adolescence, and often decrease by early adulthood. However, some adult patients continue to have impairing tics. Medications for tics are often effective but can cause adverse effects. Behavior therapy may offer an alternative but has not...
Muller N. Anti-inflammatory therapy with a COX-2 inhibitor in Tourette`s syndrome. Inflammopharmacology 2004; 12:271-275.Muller N.Anti-inflammatory therapy with a COX-2 inhibitor in Tourette's syndrome.[J].2004,3(3).Muller N (2004) Anti-inflammatory therapy with a COX-2 inhibitor in ...