Patient discussions
Clinicians should explain to patients and their primary caregivers about the natural history of tic disorders, and that prognosis is favorable for most people affected by tics.
Patients and families should be advised to:
Read accurate information about the disorder from a reliable source, such as the Tourette Association of America or the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry: tic disorders Opens in new window Tourette Association of America Opens in new window
Ensure that the patient has a structured daily routine that includes physical activity and good sleep hygiene, to help decrease tic frequency.
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