Tourette Syndrome and its related disorders can manifest as behaviors that often appear to be purposefully disruptive, attention seeking or manipulative. It is therefore not unusual to misinterpret symptoms of the disorder as behavioral problems rather than the neurological symptoms that they are. read more
Learn the details about Tourette's syndrome, which causes involuntary movements and sounds. read more
Tourette syndrome — Comprehensive overview covers symptoms, causes, treatment and coping with this neurological condition. read more
According to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, about 200,000 people in the United States exhibit severe symptoms of Tourette syndrome. As many as 1 in 100 Americans experience milder symptoms. The syndrome affects males nearly four times more than females. read more