Tourette Syndrome

Tourette Syndrome is a disorder that almost always begins at an early age and involves sudden continuous involuntary movements including jerks, tics, and even talking in the same repetitious pattern. This is a disorder that can last all day and continue for several months and then stop. However it may start up again at any time. Many persons who have Tourette Syndrome will grow out of it before age 18 to 20.

Although this is considered an involuntary disease, many of the patients can control the jerks and tics, but there is a strong psychological urge to perform the motions. When the motions are held back, it usually causes a higher level of activity when they start up.

The cause of the disorder has not been positively identified but it is considered hereditary as it runs in families. It also may be caused by abnormalities in the transmitters of the brain. This condition increases the problems with dyslexia, leads to slower learning capabilities, and makes impulse control difficult. Many people with the disease become overly aggressive. The involuntary vocal problems make normal social activities extremely difficult. At times the person may suddenly come out with abusive or profane language.

There are many drugs that can give some relief, but most of the drugs have side affects that are more damaging than the disease. Tourette Syndrome should be under a doctor’s care for the most effective treatment. Regardless of the treatment, a healthy lifestyle will help to prevent and benefit this condition or almost any health problem. For more information, view my articles on “Keys to the Century Mark” and “Alzheimer’s” at no charge by clicking on the link below.

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