Tourette syndrome
MONDO:0007661A neurologic disorder caused by defective metabolism of the neurotransmitters in the brain. It is characterized by repeated involuntary movements (motor tics) and uncontrollable vocal sounds (vocal tics). The symptoms are usually manifested before the age of eighteen.
Also known as: Tourette disease, Tourette syndrome, Tourette's syndrome, motor-verbal tic disorder, GTS, Gilles De 50A Tourette syndrome, Gilles de la Tourette syndrome, Tourette disorder
121 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Mental health sessions may boost vaccine uptake in latinx communities
Prevention TerminatedThis study tested whether adding vaccine discussions to routine behavioral health visits could reduce hesitancy and increase COVID-19 and flu shots among Latinx adults with mental illness. Clinicians used motivational interviewing and could offer a warm handoff to a nurse for vac…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Boston College • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 17:00 UTC
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Brain pacemaker tested for uncontrollable tics
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether deep brain stimulation (DBS) could help people with severe Tourette syndrome whose symptoms don't improve with medication. Researchers placed tiny electrodes in a part of the brain called the thalamus to try to calm abnormal signals that cause tics. Only…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Mental health study aims to uncover Long-Term heart risks
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study followed 167 adults with mental health issues like anxiety, depression, or sleep problems who visited their primary care doctor. Researchers used health conversations and a blood test to track lifestyle changes and heart disease risks over up to 20 years. The goal was …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Region Skane • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC