Tourette Syndrome Is Not the Direct Physiological Effects of a Substance

Multiple Choice

Tourette syndrome is not the direct physiological effects of a substance or a medical condition. The age of onset is usually between 7 and 10 years of age, with some children showing signs at an earlier age. Research indicates that 200,000 Americans have the most severe form of Tourette syndrome and one in one hundred have a milder version. What are the characterizations of this disorder?

A) Voluntarily hitting other children for attention
B) Repetitive, involuntary movements or vocalizations
C) Cruelty to animals and aggressive behavior
D) Depression, sadness and low self-esteem