Tourette’s Syndrome: New Hope for a Cure : VIDEO, This program takes a penetrating look at the pathophysiology of Tourette’s syndrome and a range of attendant disorders, including self-mutilation, through the cases of Shane Fistell, spotlighted in the series The Mind Traveller; John Davidson, profiled in John’s Not Mad and The Boy Can’t Help It; and others. Leading researchers such as Oliver Sacks discuss their findings as well as experimental—and frequently controversial—treatments, including transcranial magnetic stimulation, environmental therapy, low-level doses of THC, nicotine via transdermal patches, and injections of botulinum toxin. The genetic roots of TS are also considered.

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			Psychology & Mental Health
			Tourette’s Syndrome: New Hope for a Cure

This program takes a penetrating look at the pathophysiology of Tourette’s syndrome and a range of attendant disorders, including self-mutilation, through the cases of Shane Fistell, spotlighted in the series The Mind Traveller; John Davidson, profiled in John’s Not Mad and The Boy Can’t Help It; and others. Leading researchers such as Oliver Sacks discuss their findings as well as experimental—and frequently controversial—treatments, including transcranial magnetic stimulation, environmental therapy, low-level doses of THC, nicotine via transdermal patches, and injections of botulinum toxin. The genetic roots of TS are also considered. Some language may be offensive. Original BBCW broadcast title: Tourette’s Syndrome. (50 minutes)

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