April 2023 PMID 36587367

European Society for the Study of Tourette Syndrome 2022 criteria for clinical diagnosis of functional tic-like behaviours: International consensus from experts in tic disorders.

Tamara Pringsheim, Christos Ganos, Christelle Nilles, Andrea E Cavanna, Donald L Gilbert, Erica Greenberg, Andreas Hartmann, Tammy Hedderly, Isobel Heyman, Holan Liang, Irene Malaty, Osman Malik, Nanette Mol Debes, Kirsten Muller Vahl, Alexander Munchau

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Peak: 2 in Jan 2023
across 5 sources since Jan 2023

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What people are saying

The discussions reflect a balanced interest in the diagnostic criteria, with references to key papers and notes on the complexities of differentiating functional tic-like behaviors from primary tics. Words like 'good proposed criteria' and mentions of 'international consensus' suggest a constructive tone, emphasizing potential improvements in diagnosis while acknowledging the need for further testing, which contributes to the moderate scores.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the importance of the new diagnostic criteria, with some emphasizing its potential benefits and others noting the need for further validation.

InterestModerate interest

The discussions demonstrate moderate interest, especially among professionals and informed audiences, referencing key papers and diagnostic challenges.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants actively discuss implications, such as differentiating FTLBs from primary tics and linking to relevant research, indicating meaningful engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

There's recognition that this consensus could influence diagnostic practices and research, though some tweets highlight the current lack of thorough testing.

Abstract in brief

  • From 2020, there has been a notable rise in young individuals referred for severe tic-like behaviors, prompting health professionals to create diagnostic criteria for Functional Tic-like Behaviors (FTLBs) to aid various specialists in accurate identification and treatment.
  • A consensus was reached among experts through a Delphi survey process, resulting in three major diagnostic criteria and two minor criteria for diagnosing FTLBs, with a definite diagnosis requiring all major criteria, and a probable diagnosis needing two major and one minor criterion.
  • It is crucial to differentiate FTLBs from primary tics because they require different treatment approaches, though the proposed diagnostic criteria from the ESSTS lack thorough testing to confirm their effectiveness.

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Tim Nicholson
@Tim_R_Nicholson · X

@ajlees And links to other key papers: European Society for the Study of Tourette Syndrome 2022 criteria for clinical diagnosis of functional tic-like behaviours: International consensus from experts in tic disorders https://t.co/HRGlrof9hm

Feb 20, 2024 · 3,766 followers View post →
NeuroGenetics papers
@NeuroGen_papers · X

IoN UCL PubMed: The ESSTS (European Society for the Study of Tourette Syndrome) 2022 Criteria for Clinical Diagnosis of Functional Tic Like Behaviours (FTLBs): An international consensus from experts in tic disorders https://t.co/HU2RQtqIwZ

Jan 8, 2023 · 1,072 followers View post →
Dr Soaham Desai
@drsoaham · X

@MichaelOkun Now being identified as functional.. Same as the case for "ear wiggling tics " which can be both functional and voluntary... A good proposed criteria paper for functional tic like disorders is published .. https://t.co/SlHTn9uytY

Jan 4, 2023 · 755 followers View post →
Dr. Simone Lebeuf (She/Her)
@drsimonelebeuf.bsky.social · Bluesky

Some resources: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36587367/ pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38400635/ 4/4

Nov 20, 2024 View post →

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Dr. Simone Lebeuf (She/Her)
@drsimonelebeuf.bsky.social · Bluesky

Some resources: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36587367/ pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38400635/ 4/4

Nov 20, 2024 View post →
Tim Nicholson
@Tim_R_Nicholson · X

@ajlees And links to other key papers: European Society for the Study of Tourette Syndrome 2022 criteria for clinical diagnosis of functional tic-like behaviours: International consensus from experts in tic disorders https://t.co/HRGlrof9hm

Feb 20, 2024 · 3,766 followers View post →
NeuroGenetics papers
@NeuroGen_papers · X

IoN UCL PubMed: The ESSTS (European Society for the Study of Tourette Syndrome) 2022 Criteria for Clinical Diagnosis of Functional Tic Like Behaviours (FTLBs): An international consensus from experts in tic disorders https://t.co/HU2RQtqIwZ

Jan 8, 2023 · 1,072 followers View post →
Dr Soaham Desai
@drsoaham · X

@MichaelOkun Now being identified as functional.. Same as the case for "ear wiggling tics " which can be both functional and voluntary... A good proposed criteria paper for functional tic like disorders is published .. https://t.co/SlHTn9uytY

Jan 4, 2023 · 755 followers View post →