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A 9 year old boy is experiencing a worsening of several tics that he has had since he was 6. He frequently and involuntarily nods his head. Additionally, he blink his eyes forcefully multiple times a minute. On interview with you, he appears distressed and anxious. He tells you that he can’t help it and that his tics are really the only thing bothering him. His father tells you that he has had some trouble in school because of his tics. His father has not noticed any vocal tics. What is the most likely diagnosis?