A brief behavior therapy protocol for Tourette syndrome

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to examine the efficacy of a brief behavior therapy protocol for Tourette Syndrome. The nasal tic frequency of a 9-year-old male was assessed using a nine-session protocol with alternating treatments and reversal-design components. The results indicated that the participant's tics were reduced by approximately 70%. The behavior change was successfully maintained at a one-month follow-up. Social validity and consumer satisfaction measures confirmed the social significance of the behavior change.