Tourette syndrome patients perform a series of repetitive actions like moving a certain body part. An example of a motor tic is the need to touch objects, whether it is an object close to you or any object in general. Tourette Syndrome patients report feeling a sudden urge to touch things. When the urge becomes overwhelming, the patient acts in an attempt to provide relief. Unfortunately, relief lasts only for a short period of time until the urge returns. These actions may be difficult to stop and may cause others to become irritated.

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