Distinguishing Tics and Functional Tics Using Clinical Neurophysiological Techniques

Recruiting Observational Study
Tics Functional Tics
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo. No Study Drug Researchers observe your health over time — no experimental treatment is given.
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Age
18 – 80
Sex
Any
Study type
Observational
Participants needed
75 (estimated)
Sponsor
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) · NIH
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About This Trial
Background: Tics are involuntary movements and vocalizations. Some tics are organic: They are related to diagnosed disorders. Sometimes tics have other causes, such as problems with how the brain and body send and receive messages. These are called functional tics. It can be difficult to tell the difference between these 2 types of tics. Doctors need to know more so they can make more accurate di…
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Eligibility Criteria
* INCLUSION CRITERIA: In order to be eligible to participate in this study, an individual must meet all of the following criteria: * Capacity to provide informed consent (self-consent) * Stated willingness to comply with all study procedures and availability for the duration of the study * Male or…
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Zhen Ni, Ph.D.

(301) 435-2175

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Debra J Ehrlich, M.D.

(301) 443-7888

debra.ehrlich@nih.gov

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