Mina Yadegar1,2,3, Sisi Guo1, Emily J Ricketts1, Samuel H Zinner4,5. 1. Univeristy of California, Los Angeles. 2. Boston Child Study Center - Los Angeles. 3. Behavioral Associates Los Angeles. 4. University of Washington School of Medicine. 5. Seattle Children's Hospital.
Abstract
PURPOSE OF REVIEW: Pediatricians and other primary care providers are often the first and sole healthcare clinicians of patients who present with tics. However, limited primary care pediatric training in neuropsychiatric concerns, as well as perceived lack of comfort and preparation, make it challenging for these clinicians to confidently identify and manage tic disorders. RECENT FINDINGS: Current empirical findings of tic disorder management relevant to pediatric physicians, including assessment, psychoeducation, behavioral interventions, psychotropic medications, and alternative treatments are reviewed. SUMMARY: This article discusses neuropsychiatric and medical complexities of tic disorder assessment, with particular emphasis on differential and comorbid diagnoses. Tiered referral recommendations, based on symptom severity, impairment, and consideration of comorbid conditions, are provided. Future directions for tic management, including dissemination of evidence-based treatments of tic disorders and multidisciplinary teams within pediatric primary care settings, are included.
PURPOSE OF REVIEW: Pediatricians and other primary care providers are often the first and sole healthcare clinicians of patients who present with tics. However, limited primary care pediatric training in neuropsychiatric concerns, as well as perceived lack of comfort and preparation, make it challenging for these clinicians to confidently identify and manage tic disorders. RECENT FINDINGS: Current empirical findings of tic disorder management relevant to pediatric physicians, including assessment, psychoeducation, behavioral interventions, psychotropic medications, and alternative treatments are reviewed. SUMMARY: This article discusses neuropsychiatric and medical complexities of tic disorder assessment, with particular emphasis on differential and comorbid diagnoses. Tiered referral recommendations, based on symptom severity, impairment, and consideration of comorbid conditions, are provided. Future directions for tic management, including dissemination of evidence-based treatments of tic disorders and multidisciplinary teams within pediatric primary care settings, are included.
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