New tool aims to measure stigma in tourette syndrome
NCT ID NCT05696769
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study aimed to create and test a new scale called TD-STIGMA to measure stigma and discrimination in children and young adults with chronic tic disorders, including Tourette syndrome. Researchers worked with 43 participants, including people with tics and their caregivers, to develop the scale. The goal is to better understand how stigma affects this group and inform future efforts to reduce it.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this scale could help researchers better understand and address the stigma faced by people with Tourette syndrome, potentially leading to better support and interventions.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study focused on developing a measurement tool, not testing a treatment. The scale may need further validation in larger, more diverse groups before it can be widely used.
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Wake Forest University Health Sciences
Winston-Salem, North Carolina, 27157, United States