Can we predict who will benefit from tic therapy? new study aims to find out
NCT ID NCT06270251
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study follows 30 people aged 12 to 21 with chronic tic disorders as they go through 8 sessions of CBIT, a well-established behavioral therapy. Researchers will track tic severity, controllability, and other factors to see what predicts a good response. The goal is to understand why only about half of people improve with CBIT and to find ways to boost its effectiveness.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention for Tics (CBIT)
What this could lead to
If this study succeeds, it could reveal why some people improve with CBIT and others don't, pointing toward ways to make the therapy more effective.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage observational study with only 30 participants, so findings may not apply to everyone. It is not testing a new treatment, just watching how an existing one works.
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University of Minnesota
RECRUITINGMinneapolis, Minnesota, 55414, United States
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