Question 2 of 21

By what age is it apparent that someone has Tourette syndrome?

... By 18 years old, it usually is evident that someone has this neurological disorder.

Question 3 of 21

What is the primary symptom of Tourette syndrome?

... Frequent, rapid and repetitive facial tics, such as eye blinks and nose twitches, are the most common first symptoms of Tourette.

Question 4 of 21

How long must a person be symptomatic before his or her condition is diagnosed as Tourette syndrome?

... Multiple motor and verbal tics must be present for more than a year.

Question 5 of 21

What do the motor "tics" feel like for a person with Tourette syndrome?

... Involuntary or uncontrollable tics feel like an irresistible urge to perform a motor activity.

Question 6 of 21

How are verbal tics manifested in people with Tourette syndrome?

... In addition to barking, verbal tics include grunting, throat clearing and shouting. The involuntary use of obscene words is an uncommon but well-publicized symptom.

Question 7 of 21

Typically, how debilitating is Tourette syndrome for those diagnosed with the disorder?

... While symptoms range from very mild to severe, most cases are mild, and most people with the disorder lead productive lives.

Question 8 of 21

What other syndrome may be associated with Tourette?

... People with Tourette syndrome may also display attention deficit and impulsive behaviors, as well as other learning disabilities.

Question 9 of 21

What is the cause of Tourette syndrome?

... Although a specific cause has not been indentified, evidence suggests it is caused by abnormal metabolism of the brain chemical dopamine.

Question 10 of 21

Which ethnic group shows the greatest predisposition toward Tourette syndrome?

... Tourette syndrome occurs in all races and ethnic groups, but males are three to four times more likely to be affected.

Question 11 of 21

How is Tourette syndrome diagnosed?

... There is no medical test to diagnose Tourette, so diagnosis is based on observation.

Question 12 of 21

What is the cure or treatment for people with Tourette syndrome?

... While there is no cure, anti-depressants and medications used to treat other issues such as ADHD may be effective.

Question 13 of 21

What happens to people with Tourette as they get older?

... Many people with Tourette syndrome show fewer symptoms as the mature and may be at the tops of their fields, from surgeons and musicians to athletes.

Question 14 of 21

What is another problem faced by children with Tourette syndrome?

... Because they cannot control their tics, children with Tourette syndrome are often bullied by their peers.

Question 15 of 21

Why is Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) currently not considered a viable treatment for the majority of people with Tourette syndrome?

... While DBS has been approved by the FDA as a treatment for Parkinson's disease and other conditions, it has not been shown to be safe and effective for most people with Tourette syndrome.

Question 16 of 21

Who was the first person diagnosed with Tourette syndrome?

... Dr. Georges Gilles de la Tourette, a pioneering neurologist, first described the condition he observed in an 86-year-old French noblewoman in 1885.

Question 17 of 21

What is the best educational setting for students with Tourette syndrome?

... Many students with Tourette syndrome can function in a regular classroom, however the best environment is tolerant and compassionate, and one that is flexible to accommodate their needs.

Question 18 of 21

While people with Tourette syndrome have difficulty controlling their tics, when does it become most difficult?

... Professional baseball player Jim Eisenreich reports that he could restrain his tics for a few seconds while at bat, but if he was in a controlled setting and expected to be quiet, it became extremely difficult to hold them in.

Question 19 of 21

What former Saturday Night Live cast member has Tourette syndrome?

... Although he had a mild case, his symptoms were manifested in grunts and physical tics, which he learned to control with therapy. He is also believed to have had a mild form of Asperger syndrome.

Question 20 of 21

What is a complex tic?

... Tics are sudden and spasmodic. Simple tics involve a small number of muscle groups, but complex tics (both motor and vocal) involve many muscles.

Question 21 of 21

What 18th-century "man of letters" most likely used his Tourette syndrome and OCD condition to his advantage?

... A cure or treatment for the author of "A Dictionary of the English Language" may have prevented him from being such a prolific writer, poet and critic.

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