Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, doctors have observed an increase in teen girls experiencing tics — or what appears to be verbal and motor tics. “Tics are sudden, repetitive, non-rhythmic ...

Ever found yourself blinking rapidly without realising it? It could be your nose or ear flicks, or you suddenly clear your throat multiple times. These repetitive movements or sounds might seem ...

At first glance, tics and body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs) can look remarkably similar. Both involve repeated behaviors that may seem involuntary, often start in childhood or adolescence, and ...

Ever found yourself blinking rapidly without realising it? It could be your nose or ear flicks or you suddenly clear your throat multiple times. These small, repetitive movements or sounds might seem ...

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition that involves repetitive thoughts and behaviors. If you have OCD, you might also experience tics or disruptive involuntary sounds or ...