Gilles De La Tourette Syndrome (Noun)
Meaning
Neurological disorder characterized by facial grimaces and tics and movements of the upper body and grunts and shouts and coprolalia.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- People with Gilles de la Tourette syndrome often have co-occurring conditions, such as ADHD and OCD.
- Gilles de la Tourette syndrome is a neurological disorder that is usually inherited.
- A combination of behavioral therapy and medication can help alleviate symptoms of Gilles de la Tourette syndrome.
- Research on the genetic factors that contribute to Gilles de la Tourette syndrome is ongoing.
- Gilles de la Tourette syndrome affects males about three to four times more often than females.