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Tic Disorders

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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)  TICS is available; TIC DOULOUREUX see TRIGEMINAL NEURALGIA is also available   
Examples Tourette Syndrome 		Other names Vocal Tic Disorders; Tic Disorders, Vocal; Tic Disorder, Transient; Tic Disorder, Post-Traumatic; Tic Disorder, Chronic Motor or Vocal; Post-Traumatic Tic Disorder; Vocal Tic Disorder; Transient Tic Disorders; Tic Disorders, Transient; Tic Disorders, Post-Traumatic; Tic Disorder, Vocal; Tic Disorder, Post Traumatic; Tic Disorder, Motor; Tic Disorder, Childhood; Tic Disorder; Post-Traumatic Tic Disorders; Post Traumatic Tic Disorder; Motor Tic Disorder; Childhood Tic Disorder; Transient Tic Disorder

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