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Tourette's Syndrome

"The key features are tics – involuntary sounds and movements, which must be present for at least 12 months to meet the diagnostic criteria. Up to 85% of people with TS will also experience co-occurring conditions and features which might include Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), and Anxiety." -Tourette's Action

Examples of Motor Ticks (Simple) Example of Motor Ticks (Complex)
Eye Rolling Jumping
Grimacing Repeating other people's gestures
Shoulder Shrugging Twirling
Limb and Head Jerking Obscene Movements or Gestures
   

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Examples of Vocal Tics (Simple) Examples of Vocal Tics (Complex)
Whistling Uttering words or phrases out of context
Grunting Saying socially unacceptable words
Tounge Clicking Repeating a sound, word or phrase