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tourette (noun)

Tourette syndrome is a neurological disorder characterized by repetitive, involuntary movements and vocalizations called tics. These tics can range from simple twitches or sounds to more complex movements and utterances, and they often fluctuate in type, frequency, and severity over time.

💡 Memory Tip

Think of a 'Tour' that 'Sets' (Tourette's) off sudden movements. Or remember: 'Too' many 'Rettes' (sounds like 'repeats'...

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⚠️ Common Mistakes

Thinking Tourette is just swearing. → Knowing that swearing (coprolalia) is rare.

Telling someone with Tourette to 'just stop it.' → Allowing the person to tic freely.

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