Can stress make tourette tics worse? new study investigates
NCT ID NCT04851678
First seen May 08, 2026 · Last updated May 08, 2026
Summary
This study follows 140 adults with Tourette syndrome for two years to see how life stress affects tic severity, depression, anxiety, and quality of life. Participants complete surveys and interviews about their symptoms and stress history. No treatment is given; the goal is to better understand the link between stress and Tourette symptoms.
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Vanderbilt University Medical Center
RECRUITINGNashville, Tennessee, 37232-5400, United States
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