Tic Disorders
| Definition: |
Disorders characterized by recurrent TICS that may interfere with speech and other activities. Tics are sudden, rapid, nonrhythmic, stereotyped motor movements or vocalizations which may be exacerbated by stress and are generally attenuated during absorbing activities. Tic disorders are distinguished from conditions which feature other types of abnormal movements that may accompany general medical conditions. (From DSM-IV, 1994) |
| Notes: |
TICS is available; TIC DOULOUREUX see TRIGEMINAL NEURALGIA is also available |
| Also Called: |
Childhood Tic Disorders,Chronic Motor or Vocal Tic Disorder,Motor Tic Disorders,Post-Traumatic Tic Disorder,Tic Disorders, Vocal,Transient Tic Disorder |
Tic Disorders Definitions and Terms
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