Tic & Tourette Syndrome

Uncontrollable face or body movements in motor tics,
Vocal sound that cannot be controlled in vocal tics

Tic and Tourette syndrome can affect social, educational, and occupational functioning

Tic and Tourette syndrome is a neurodevelopmental disorder which involves symptoms such as sudden twitches, movements or sounds and can be categorized into motor tics, vocal tics, and complex tics. Symptoms generally begin at ages 5-7 and the frequency and severity of the symptoms increase until ages 10-11. The syndrome is more prevalent among male children and the severity of the symptoms tends to decrease as the child approaches adulthood. According to research, 1 to 8 children out of 1,000 and 12-18% of school-aged children display Tourette syndrome.

 

These children often suffer from the misconception that tic symptoms are intentional and can be controlled; however, it is a neurological disorder that can be exacerbated by major life events and lifestyle. 

 

Research has found that 50% of children with tic or Tourette symptoms also have ADHD. The syndrome is also often accompanied by learning disorders particularly in math and reading. Further, 30-40% of these children display Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, and the incidence of depression is also high. Tic symptoms significantly reduce social, educational, and occupational functioning, and both young and adult patients alike report difficulties in peer relationships.

 

The symptoms and characteristics of tic and Tourette syndrome are as follow:

Please contact us if your child is currently experiencing any of the symptoms above.

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