New AAN Guideline: Treating Tourette Syndrome and Other Chronic Tic Disorders
An expert subcommittee of the AAN has released an updated evidence-based clinical practice guideline on treating Tourette syndrome and other chronic tic disorders.
Tourette Syndrome
Behavior Therapy Reduces Tic Severity, But Less for Youth with ADHD
Antipsychotics have been shown to reduce tic severity, as has behavior therapy. However, the mechanisms behind the efficacy of behavior therapy have yet to be clarified by research.
Tourette Syndrome Treatment Granted Orphan Drug Designation by FDA
The FDA has granted Orphan Drug Designation to Valbenazine.
Cigarette Smoking During Pregnancy Associated With Tourette Syndrome in Offspring
Maternal tobacco smoking during pregnancy has previously been linked with numerous long-term neurodevelopmental abnormalities and child behavioral problems.
