Patient's question:
Can Tourette Syndrome be cured? Is it a mental illness?Doctor's answer:
This disease is a syndrome characterized by multiple, uncontrolled motor or vocal tics, and it often recurs in children, with boys being more affected. Western medicine believes that Tourette syndrome is a chronic psychiatric disorder. The guilt is brief, and this condition tends to stabilize in adulthood, with some patients even experiencing complete remission. The negative impact of Tourette syndrome on personality is very common. Therefore, psychological treatment is essential. In daily life, it is necessary to arrange the child's schedule and physical activities to prevent excessive tension and fatigue.