Neurofeedback training for Tourette-related tics in teens
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether brain training using “neurofeedback” can reduce Tourette syndrome tics in children ages 10–16. It compares an active neurofeedback condition to a control condition while measuring brain activity with an MRI.
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Who can take part
- You are 10 to 16 years old and have Tourette syndrome or chronic tic disorder with active tics
- Your tics can be done without moving your head, and your tic severity score meets the study’s cutoff
- You can stay on the same tic-related medications (no planned changes) during the study
- You live within about 2 hours of Yale Medical Center and can attend study visits, including MRI scans
- You and your child can speak and understand spoken English for study interviews
- You do not have metal implants/braces, are not pregnant, weigh under 250 lb, and do not have strong claustrophobia
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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