What Is Tourette Syndrome?
2. Causes
It is not well understood exactly what causes Tourette syndrome. It is a condition that can seemingly affect just about anybody, including those that are healthy physically and mentally. Research has shown, however, that genetics is one of the leading factors when it comes to the condition.
Studies have shown that Tourette syndrome is caused by inheriting a dominant gene and that there is a 50% chance of a parent passing the gene on to their children. Boys are more likely to have it than girls, while research has also suggested that pregnancy complications, smoking during pregnancy, low weight at birth, and infections may also be involved in some cases.
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