Tourette Syndrome
Tourette syndrome (TS) is a neurological disorder wherein the affected person makes repetitive and stereotyped involuntary movements, or noises, called ‘tics’.
Tourette syndrome (TS) is a neurological disorder wherein the affected person makes repetitive and stereotyped involuntary movements, or noises, called ‘tics’.
Neurologist Dr. Laszlo Mechtler, administering treatment to the girls is of the opinion that it could be a case of "conversion disorder," more easily understandable as mass hysteria.
"It's happened before, all around the world. It’s a rare phenomenon. Physicians are intrigued by it. It occurs when patients appear to suffer from a common disease or ailment, typically after a stress event. Conversion disorder is psychologically rooted, but the symptoms are real. The bottom line is these teenagers will get better." says Mechtler.
Non-drug Therapy to Reduce Tics in Tourette Syndrome
New research has revealed that 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.
New research has revealed that 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.
Tourette Syndrome Patients May Gain Relief With Self-Hypnosis
A new study of children and adolescents with Tourette Syndrome finds that self-hypnosis taught with the aid of videotape training reduced their symptoms and improved their
A new study of children and adolescents with Tourette Syndrome finds that self-hypnosis taught with the aid of videotape training reduced their symptoms and improved their
Anxiety, Panic Disorders Common in People With Tourette Syndrome
Anxiety or panic disorder could be the most disabling psychiatric condition associated with adult Tourette syndrome (TS), according to a study.
Anxiety or panic disorder could be the most disabling psychiatric condition associated with adult Tourette syndrome (TS), according to a study.
