[Effects of habit reversal training in children with chronic tic disorder - a pilot study].
OBJECTIVE
The present pilot study investigates the effects of habit reversal training in a German speaking population of children and young adults with chronic tic disorders using a new treatment program where the interventions are based on a manualized cognitive-behavioral program.


METHODS
16 children were treated using the program. Tic-symptoms were assessed using direct observation as well as parent, self and clinical ratings. The efficacy of an intense cognitive-behavioral therapy phase was compared with a minimal intervention phase. The statistical analysis focused on different parameters in the therapy.


RESULTS
We obtained positive results for the acceptance and efficacy of the program.


CONCLUSIONS
These first findings indicate the new developed program is useful. Further studies are necessary to prove the efficacy of the interventions.
Institut für Klinische Kinderpsychologie der Christoph-Dornier-Stiftung an der Universität zu Köln. katrin.woitecki@googlemail.com
Katrin
K
Woitecki
Manfred
M
Döpfner
D000293:Adolescent; D001364:Awareness; D002648:Child; D015928:Cognitive Behavioral Therapy / Q000379:methods*; D015897:Comorbidity; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D006184:Habits; D006801:Humans; D010353:Patient Education as Topic; D010865:Pilot Projects; D012193:Reversal Learning; D013981:Tic Disorders / Q000534:rehabilitation*; D005879:Tourette Syndrome / Q000534:rehabilitation*