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If one is having tics, head jerking or barking for example, there is a possibility of having Tourettes syndrome. Not all tics are caused by Tourette, so if one is having them, one should pay a visit to a doctor for examination.
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∙ 13y agoCriteria that are set by the American Psychiatric Association.
- The patient must have 2 or more motor or movement twitches. Common ones are eye blinking, head jerks or compulsive shrugging.
- They must have at least one phonic or sound twitch. Common ones are barking, papalia (repeating ones own words) and grunting/groaning.
- These must have been ongoin for a period of LONGER than a year, with no more than 3 consecutive months without a twitch. The twitches almost always occur multiple times a day.
- The patient must be or have been younger than 18 years of age when the twitches began. The most common time of onset is 7-10. My own became apparent at age 3. This does NOT mean they did not have the gene, it was just "dormant" for those previous years.
- The twitches must not be the result of substances, legal or illegal, that the patient is taking, such as stimulants (caffeine, cocaine etc.) or hallucinogenics (marijuana, nutmeg etc.).
- The twitches must not be the result of the direct psychological effects of a disease (e.g. Huntington's Disease or postviral encephalitis to name but two).
The patient does not need a family history of the condition, but if there is no history and the patient is over the age of 12, a drug screening may be asked for to rule out any legal or illegal substances the patient may have partaken in, and an MRI and CT scan may be asked for to rule out psychological defects. If your family does have a history of it, you probably only need to obey the criteria above.
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∙ 12y agoCurrently, you have to wait until it becomes symptomatic (when you start showing signs of having it). There is no test that can currently detect it. Most children show symptoms by age 5.
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What does Tourette syndrome do to the body?
Tourette Syndrome is a neurological disorder that normally occurs in childhood. People with Tourette Syndrome tic, and tics are repetitive movements that they can't control. People with Tourette Syndrome can grow out of it, and they can be just as successful as someone without Tourette Syndrome. Roughly 2% of Americans have Tourette Syndrome, yet a lot of people still know nothing about the disorder. You can get Tourette Syndrome genetically, and there is a 50% chance you will pass it on to your child. There is also the possibility that there is an imbalanced level of Dopamine in the patents' body, which results in tics. Hope that helps!
Does Nat Wolff have tourettes?
no he does not. he really should because not allot of people know about tourette's syndrome. if he would allot of people would understand more about it.
On what chromosome is tourette syndrome located on?
They don't know yet, Recent research suggests that a small number of Tourette syndrome cases may be caused by a defect on chromosome 13 of gene SLITRK1. and some other chromosomes like 7. There now busy with a study to find the genes that may cause tourette syndrome, results will be given by 2018
Are people born with tourrete syndrome?
Yes, people are born with Tourette, though the severity of its manifestation may be influenced by environmental issues. The vast majority of people with Tourette Syndrome have inherited it. When a person has Tourette, they have a 50 percent chance of passing it on through their genes. It is often difficult to tell whether someone has Tourette, because the disease manifests itself differently in each person - so some traits may never be noticed as they lie close enough to normality, or be without symptoms entirely.
How do you know if you have turrets?
The best way to know if you have Tourette's is to get tested. Tourette's comes in many forms. You should see a doctor.
How do people with tourette's syndrome make out?
Make out? I assume you mean kissing. And the answer is very carefully. When a boy and girl like each other very much....you know the rest. Just because you have Tourettes doesn't mean you can't lead a normal life. Some people's tics are worse than others, but just because someone has Tourettes does not automatically mean they can't do what everyone else does...Trust me. I would know. I look like I'm having a severe case of the hiccups or mini seizures, but I can do everything just as well as you.
Are Tourette Syndrome sufferers mentally handicapped?
I would say no. I have TS, and I have a PhD in physics. I am regarded by my colleagues as being " very bright". In my observation, people with TS often have above average mental ability with a touch of obsessive compulsive behavior (useful for a job like mine). TS is not a handicap as much as it is a nuisance. The tics are at their worst during adolescence, and fade away for many in adulthood. If I had to admit any handicap at all, it would be social (kids can be mean to what they don't know) and mobility (after years of repetitive motion, my joints hurt), but certainly not mentally.
Who is tourette's guy?
The Tourette's guy is a man named "Danny" who is purported to suffer from Tourette's syndrome, a syndrome with many symptoms including the inability to control one's vocalizations (swearing). Danny gained popularity through a series of online videos (which some believe to be staged sketches, while others believe to be completely real). In the videos, Danny says words that are spelled very similarly to "ship," "pass," "funk," "teat dirt," "balls," "Fashion Bug" and "deck or clock." Apparently after reaching the end of their taping, the video makers reported in 2007 that Danny died due to complications from a car accident. This was, as Danny would (almost) say, "a great big bunch of BULL SHIP," as two new videos appeared in 2010. Actually, Danny, "The Tourette's Guy" is well alive. Nobody really knows if he had faked his death or someone spread a horrible rumor that he is dead, but yes, he is alive and well. He posted a video on Christmas of 2009, called "the return of tourette's guy" and will be making more videos in the 2010 year. There have been rumors that he went to jail... enjoy!! He is a guy who swears and says Bob Saget. *Danny Is playing pool* -Car honks- OH BOB SAGET!!!
What does tourette symptoms do?
You have a motor and vocal tic which is involuntary and the person doing it doesn't always know they are doing it.
Are heart problems the norm for Turner syndrome women?
Heart problems are more common in women with Turner syndrome, although I do not know if I would say they are the norm.
Can you catch Robert catchpole syndrome?
Simply no. There is a disease like this but it's real name is Kyle Simpson syndrome. This disease is closely related to those suffering from munteriostasis. If you know someone who has this syndrome it is vital they get checked out at the nearest hospital but don't believe anyone who says Robert Catchpole syndrome exists
If your child has adhd and maybe turrets should you discipline as you would a normal child?
Yes and no. The child will exhibit some behaviors that are because of the ADHD and the Tourette's syndrome, and those are behaviors that cannot be helped and they can't be held responsible for. However, they still need to know when behaviors are not socially acceptable, and they will also have times that they are acting up like any other kid and will need to be disciplined.
