Oscar is thirteen and frequently twists his head uncontrollably, and yelps or grunts. If he has not done this for several hours, he has a sensation that can only be relieved by engaging in these movements and sounds. Oscar has had this problem since he was nine. The most likely diagnosis is __________.

A. obsessive-compulsive disorder
B. tic disorder
C. autism spectrum disorder
D. Tourette's syndrome

Answer: D

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