Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation to Augment Behavior Therapy for Tics (CBIT + TMS)

Do you or your child make uncontrollable sounds or movements called “tics”?

If so, you may be eligible to participate in our study testing a new treatment approach for people ages 12-21 years with tics.

If you choose to take part, the person with tics can expect the following procedures:

You will be asked questions about your tics, symptoms, background information, and medical history.
We will conduct an assessment to make sure you are able to and willing to undergo an MRI brain scan and receive a type of non-invasive procedure called Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)
You will be randomly assigned to receive either “real” TMS or “fake” TMS. You will also receive a kind of therapy for tics called CBIT (Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention for Tics) regardless of which TMS you are getting. CBIT is considered a first-line treatment for tics by the American Academy of Neurology.
You will be asked to take part in an activity where we will video record your tics.