🔊 Can certain sounds trigger tics? A new study explores the link between misophonia—an intense reaction to specific sounds—and tic disorders, highlighting: • Misophonia can worsen tics in individuals with chronic tic disorders (CTD), autism spectrum disorder (ASD), and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). • Common triggers include chewing, swallowing, specific words, and background noises. • Avoiding these triggers often reduces tic severity, while exposure can intensify symptoms. • Behavioral therapies, like Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention for Tics (CBIT), may help manage symptoms. Recognizing this connection could lead to better treatment strategies! 🧠 #TicDisorders #Misophonia #Neuroscience Read More: movementdisorders.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/mdc3.70017