Calvin is an 8-year-old who has difficulty with involuntary movements and vocalizations. He will stamp his feet while echoing what others say. Calvin has very little control over his behaviors and symptoms appear to be increasing with age. The child needs to complete a series of foot stampings before he seems to calm down and relax. These symptoms mimic what kind of disorder?
A)Narcissistic disorder
B)Anti-social disorder
C)Obsessive compulsive disorder
D)Tourette syndrome

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Tourette syndrome affects men three times more than women and behaviors are at their worst during adolescent years. One third of individuals with this disorder have family members with the same diagnosis. Involuntary body movements called tics increase with excitement or anxiety and appear to calm during relaxing activities. Certain triggers may induce symptoms such as hearing another person sniff or clear their throat.

Calvin Is an 8-Year-Old Who Has Difficulty with Involuntary Movements