Mindful energy balance exercise protocol as an adjunctive intervention for pediatric tourette syndrome: A randomized controlled trial.

ABSTRACT: Children with Tourette Syndrome (TS) commonly experience chronic motor and vocal tics, anxiety, and impaired daily functioning, underscoring the need for accessible, developmentally appropriate interventions. This study evaluated the effects of a 12-week movement-based mindfulness intervention-Mindful Energy Balance Exercise (MEBE)-on self-regulation in children with TS. A total of 135 children aged 4-12 years were randomly assigned to either the MEBE plus standard care group or the standard care group alone, with 121 completing the intervention. The program consisted of 20-minute instructor-led group sessions delivered 5×/week (Weeks 1-3), 3×/week (Weeks 4-9), and 2×/week (Weeks 10-12), plus 10-minute daily home practice, including breathwork, body awareness, and mindful movement. Results

SUBMITTER: Liping L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12550066 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature