Mousetraps (tick) are a problem in which a part of the body moves repeatedly, quickly, suddenly and uncontrollably. Symptoms can occur in any part of the body, such as shoulders, face, hands or feet. They can voluntarily stop for a short period of time. Unintentionally sounds (such as throat cleaning, inhalations, etc.) are called vocal teak.

Most sniffers are mild and almost unnoticed. However, in some cases, they are often and serious and can affect many areas of a child's life (school performance, sociability, emotional problems, etc.).

Some forms of myopathies do not subside. Ticks lasting one year or more are called "chronic myopathies". Chronic myopathies affects less than 1% of children and may be associated with a special, more abnormal myocardial disorder called the Tourette Disorder.

Sometimes people with a Tourette disorder may say obscene words, insults, or make obscene gestures or movements. They can not control the production of these sounds and movements and should not be accused of doing so. Parents' punishments, teasing from classmates, and the effects of teachers will not help the child control the teak, but will negatively affect his self-esteem and will rather exacerbate his anxiety.

Through a comprehensive assessment by a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist, with the frequent involvement of a Pediatrician or Child Neurologist, a diagnosis is made whether it is a Tourette Disorder or other myopathic disorder.

Treatment may include medication to help with symptom control and behavioral therapy. The Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist should also advise the family on how to provide emotional support and the appropriate educational environment for the child.