Remote Delivery of a Mindfulness-based Intervention for Tics

Description

This research study is being done to compare a mindfulness-based intervention for tics (MBIT) to psychoeducation with relaxation and supportive therapy (PRST) for individuals with Tourette's syndrome or Persistent Tic Disorders (collectively TS). It is the investigator's hope that this information cam be used to improve current treatments for individuals with TS.

Conditions

Tourette Syndrome, Tourette's Disorder, Chronic Motor Tic Disorder, Chronic Vocal Tic Disorder, Persistent Motor Tic Disorder, Persistent Vocal Tic Disorder, Persistent Tic Disorder, Tic Disorders

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Study overview

This research study is being done to compare a mindfulness-based intervention for tics (MBIT) to psychoeducation with relaxation and supportive therapy (PRST) for individuals with Tourette's syndrome or Persistent Tic Disorders (collectively TS). It is the investigator's hope that this information cam be used to improve current treatments for individuals with TS.

Remote Delivery of a Mindfulness-based Intervention for Tics

Remote Delivery of a Mindfulness-based Intervention for Tics

Condition
Tourette Syndrome
Intervention / Treatment

-

Contacts and Locations

Baltimore

Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21287

Participation Criteria

Researchers look for people who fit a certain description, called eligibility criteria. Some examples of these criteria are a person's general health condition or prior treatments.

For general information about clinical research, read Learn About Studies.

Eligibility Criteria

  • 1. be ≥18 years of age;
  • 2. meet diagnostic criteria for a primary or co-primary diagnosis of Tourette Syndrome or a Persistent Motor or Vocal Tic Disorder on a structured clinical interview;
  • 3. have moderate or greater tic severity as evidenced by a YGTSS Total Tic Score of \>14 (when motor and vocal tics are present) or \>10 (when only motor or vocal tics are present);
  • 4. be medication free and/or on a stable dose of psychiatric medication 8 weeks prior to study participation;
  • 5. be not engaged in psychotherapy for non-TS conditions and/or be on a stable course of therapy for 6 months prior to study participation
  • 6. be fluent in English;
  • 7. have access to a smart phone and/or tablet.
  • 1. a current diagnosis of substance use disorder, psychosis, mania or another condition that requires another form of care;
  • 2. severe current suicidal/homicidal ideation and/or self-injury requiring medical intervention;
  • 3. concurrent psychotherapy for TS;
  • 4. prior extensive experience with mindfulness and/or meditation.

Ages Eligible for Study

18 Years to

Sexes Eligible for Study

ALL

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

No

Collaborators and Investigators

Johns Hopkins University,

Joseph F McGuire, PhD, PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR, Johns Hopkins University

Hannah Reese, PhD, PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR, Bowdoin College

Study Record Dates

2028-12