Tourette Syndrome
Tourette syndrome is an often-misunderstood condition that affects children and adults. According to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, boys are more likely to have Tourette’s. This Web guide describes Tourette syndrome, including its symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and where to find support.
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Tourette syndrome is a neurological condition that is inherited. People with Tourette syndrome have... read more»
Tourette Syndrome Treatment and Diagnosis
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Tourette Syndrome Management and Support
Approximately 200,000 people in the United States are thought to have Tourette Syndrome, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. But the condition may affect more than most people think. According to the CDC, as many as “1 in 100 people show a milder form of the disorder, such as chronic or transient tics in childhood.” The sites in this section can help you learn how to manage Tourette syndrome and connect with others online for support.
Dulcinea's Insight
- Though TS isn’t as prevalent as other neurological conditions, such as depression, there is a small online community dedicated to helping those affected.
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For kids managing TS …
Planet Tic
is a site developed by Danya International, a health media company. This page offers children tips for managing their tics at school. Another page walks kids through what to say when explaining TS to their friends.
Tourette Syndrome Association
has a page of resources for kids, such as a Web novel about a girl who tries to control her tics, artwork by young artists with TS and success stories about other young people with Tourette syndrome.
For parents who have children with TS …
Tourette Syndrome—Now What?
is a Web site created by a mother whose son has Tourette syndrome. Her goal is to dispel myths by posting research and offer support by sharing peoples’ stories.
Planet Tic
has a series of articles aimed at the family members and friends of a child with TS. Parents can find advice on working with teachers and tips for talking with their other children about TS.
For local groups …
Tourette Syndrome Association
has links to chapters throughout the country where people can find support. Use the clickable map to find a chapter near you.
The Tourette Syndrome Camp Organization
runs a week-long summer camp, plus a winter mini-camp, in Illinois for children and teens with TS.
For TS blogs …
Raising Tourette’s Syndrome Kids
is written by a mother who has two children with TS. Though the blog isn’t regularly updated, the author shares useful insight drawn from her daily struggles raising children with TS.
Slacker-Moms-R-Us
is written by a woman with four children, one of whom is a girl with Tourette syndrome. In this post, she considers putting her daughter on medication.
For TS forums …
Tourette Syndrome Message Boards
has relatively active forums for children and adults. Free registration is required to reply to the posts.
Tourette-Syndrome.com
has message boards for parents, children, doctors and teachers. Register with the site to post messages.
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