Identify a therapeutic management technique for a child with a tic disorder
1. Behavioral modification to suppress the tics
2. Administer anti-psychotic medications to reduce the tics
3. Education and support for the child and the family
4. Genetic counseling for the family
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1. Behavior modification does not aid in stopping tics form occurring.
2. Tics do not respond to antic-psychotic medications.
3. Support and education are important so that people understand that tics are involuntary.
4. There is little research to prove that tics are genetic in nature.
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