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International Congress of Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders ®

Congress

Teaching Course 4306

Tics and Tourette's Syndrome

Wednesday, October 7, 2026
14:00 - 15:30 | Conference Room E3, Level 3

In this session, the faculty will discuss the clinical phenomenology and etiology of tics disorders, with focus on Tourette’s syndrome and the current management strategies.

Chairs:

Davide Martino, Canada
Marie Vidailhet, France

Presenters:

Differential Diagnosis of Tics
Kirsten Mueller-Vahl, Germany

Tourette’s Syndrome Spectrum
Jessica Frey, USA

Treatment of Tics and Tourette’s Syndrome
Alexander Muenchau, Germany

CSPC Liaison(s):

Francesca Morgante, United Kingdom

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this session, participants should be better able to:

  1. Discuss the phenomenology, etiology and differential causes of tic disorders
  2. Review the pathophysiology and clinical features and of Tourette’s syndrome, including the associated comorbidities
  3. Outline evidence-based management strategies, including pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions of tics disorders and Tourette’s syndrome

Recommended Audience

Clinician / General Neurology
Fellow / Resident / Student
Health Professional (non-physician)

Education Level

Beginner / Foundational
Intermediate / Experienced