Tourette Syndrome (TS)
Tourette Syndrome (TS) is a neurological multiple tic disorder. It begins between the ages of 2 and 16, and lasts a lifetime. Tics are characterized by involuntary, rapid, sudden movements or vocalizations that occur repeatedly in the same way. Tics are experienced as an irresistible urge, like sneezing, and must eventually be expressed. Tics are expressed in three major areas of the body. They can affect a person motorically, such as rapid eye movement or twitching of the face; vocally, such as repeated throat clearing; and/or behaviorally, in the form of a learning disability or an attention deficit disorder. The symptoms of TS can change frequently in location of the body, disappear then reappear at a later time, and/or increase or decrease in intensity.
Associations/Groups:
Tourette Association of America
Offers comprehensive resources and support for all of those in the Tourette community.
42-40 Bell Boulevard, Suite 205
Bayside, NY 11361
Phone: 888-486-8738
Email: support@tourette.org
Tourette Association of America – Massachusetts Chapter
TSA Massachusetts Chapter
Attn: Barbara Fink
PO Box 254
Shrewsbury, MA 01545
Phone: 888-486-8738
Mass General Hospital Tourette Syndrome and Chronic Tic Disorders Program
Our program specializes in evidence-based treatment for tics with therapy and medication.
Phone: 877-501-TICS (877-501-8427)
Email: tics@partners.org
Other Information:
Tourette Syndrome Fact Sheet – National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke
Síndrome de Tourette – Spanish
Tourette Syndrome – Center for Disease Control & Prevention
Pediatric Tourette Syndrome -Medscape
A week long camp giving kids with Tourette Syndrome a life changing experience
Fact Sheet last updated on: 9/23/2021
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