Roger Freeman Tics and Tourette Syndrome

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Written by a world-renowned expert in developmental neurology, this book will be of practical use to clinicians who may encounter tic disorders and Tourette syndrome that complicate the management of their patients. Drawing on the author's vast amount of clinical experience, it contains wide-ranging discussion of tics that occur alone or in other conditions such as ADHD, DCD, anxiety, and mood disorders. It includes extensive information on Stereotypic Movement Disorder and other repetitive movements which are often confused with tics. Comprehensively referenced and with numerous illustrative vignettes, this book will be an excellent resource for paediatricians, child and adolescent psychiatrists and psychologists , neurologists and other health professionals who manage individuals with tic disorders.