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Tourette syndrome (also called Tourette's syndrome, Tourette's disorder, Gilles de la Tourette syndrome, GTS or the more common Tourette's or TS) is an inherited neurological disorder with onset in childhood, characterized by the presence of multiple motor tics and at least one phonic tic, which characteristically wax and wane. Tourette syndrome is defined along a spectrum of tic disorders, which includes transient tics and chronic tics.
Tourette syndrome was once considered a rare and bizarre syndrome, most often associated with coprolalia, which is present in fewer than 15% of persons with Tourette's. It is no longer considered a rare condition, but the condition may not be identified because of the wide range of severity, with most cases classified as mild. The precise cause of Tourette syndrome is not known and the genes have not been identified, but genetic and environmental factors each play a role.
People with Tourette's have normal life expectancy and intelligence. Notable individuals with Tourette syndrome are found across many professions and in all walks of life. The severity of the tics decreases for most children as they pass through adolescence, and extreme Tourette's in adulthood is a rarity. Medication is not needed for most cases. Although no medication is effective for all persons with tics, there are medications and therapies that can help when their use is warranted. Understanding, knowledge about the condition, and a supportive family and community are the best treatments.
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RT @Kunos: Le Web 2.0 atteint du syndrome de la Tourette: http://bit.ly/5nzRcX / Il n'y a pas d'évolution sans heurts...
MJourdain (Monsieur Jourdain) Mon, 14 Dec 2009 13:31:23 -0000
RT @Kunos: Le Web 2.0 atteint du syndrome de la Tourette: http://bit.ly/5nzRcX / Il n'y a pas d'évolution sans heurts...
Le Web 2.0 atteint du syndrome de la Tourette: http://bit.ly/5nzRcX
Kunos (Jean Lessard) Mon, 14 Dec 2009 13:21:27 -0000
Le Web 2.0 atteint du syndrome de la Tourette: http://bit.ly/5nzRcX
Reading a book based on a true story abt a boy with Tourette's syndrome at Starbucks & I wanna bawl. Pms much?
ezdee (ezdee) Mon, 14 Dec 2009 11:02:30 -0000
Reading a book based on a true story abt a boy with Tourette's syndrome at Starbucks & I wanna bawl. Pms much?
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My left eye is twitching, another sign of Tourette syndrome, but we are "unusually gifted"
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My left eye is twitching, another sign of Tourette syndrome, but we are "unusually gifted"
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Brain Talk - MGH Neurology Chat Rooms - Chat forum support environment providing online discussions for patients and caregivers to find and communicate with each other around the world.
EEG Biofeedback Training for Tourette Syndrome - Disorder Brief provided by EEG Spectrum. Clinical observations on the effectiveness of EEG biofeedback training as an adjunct modality for remediating the symptoms of Tourette syndrome.
Meta Description: [ EEG biofeedback FAQ, clinical and scientific articles for laypersons and professionals, and a list of providers worldwide. ]
Giles de la Tourette Syndrome - Computational Neuroscientist Bruce E. Shapiro, Ph.D. who suffers from Tourette Syndrome, provides research charts and support for the disorder.
Guide to the Diagnosis and Treatment of Tourette Syndrome - Information for physicians, psychologists, nurses, and other professionals who wish to become more knowledgeable about Tourette Syndrome. Published by the Tourette Syndrome Association.
Inside Tourette Syndrome, the doucmentary - A documentary film about the disorder Gilles de la Tourette syndrome provides an in-depth view from six individuals who have TS. Available on DVD.
Meta Description: [ A documentary about the disorder Tourette syndrome ]
KidsHealth: Tourette Syndrome - Information about the symptoms of TS and how to get help for children.
Meta Description: [ Tourette syndrome is a condition of the nervous system characterized by involuntary movements and vocalizations known as tics. Read this article for more information about the symptoms of Tourette and how to get help for your child. ]
KidsHealth: What is Tourettes Syndrome - A teen's guide to TS, who gets it, what doctors do, and how to manage living with the condition.
Meta Description: [ Tourette syndrome affects the body's neurological system by causing tics - repeated, uncontrollable movements or involuntary vocal sounds. ]
Life's A Twitch - A clinical psychologist with the disorder presents his educational writings, talks, and a documentary. Includes sections for patients, families and clinicians.
Meta Description: [ Life's A Twitch - Tourette Syndrome and associated disorders information based on the work of B. Duncan McKinlay, Ph.D., C.Psych. (Supervised Practice). ]
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke: Tourette Syndrome Fact Sheet - Includes definitions, possible causes, treatments, and research.
Meta Description: [ Tourette Syndrome (TS) information sheet compiled by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS). ]
National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD) - Tourette Syndrome - Provides information, referrals to patient organizations, research grants and fellowships, advocacy, and medication assistance programs.
Meta Description: [ National Organization for Rare Disorders is dedicated to helping people with rare, orphan diseases. Rarediseases.org contains information on the prevention, treatment and cure of rare diseases. ]
Neuroscience for Kids - Tourette Syndrome - Provides definition, descriptions, facts, a list of famous people with TS, a short quiz, and resources.
Online Clinic: Tourette Syndrome - Abstracts of research papers dealing with the diagnosis, treatment, prevention, outcome, and educational management of Tourette Syndrome.
Planet Tic - Resources for students, parents, and teachers. Includes “ask an expert” bulletin boards, classroom strategies, educational games, and videos. [English and Spanish]
Meta Description: [ Planet Tic: Information on Tourette Syndrome for students, parents, and teachers. Contains specific information about Tourette Syndrome, as well as detailed information on classroom strategies, support, friends, bulletin boards, videos and educational games. Information and materials are also a... ]
The Facts About Tourette Syndrome - Basic information about Tourette's Syndrome. Includes a list of symptoms classified as either simple or complex.
The Tic - A resource for those affected by Tourette's Disorder. Features information about the condition, treatment options, and tips for living with it from day to day.
Meta Description: [ Information about Tourette's syndrome - from an introduction to the condition to ways of coping with Tourette's, whether you have it or know someone that has it.. ]
The Tourette Syndrome Guide - Provides answers to basic questions regarding symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of Tourette Syndrome.
Tic and Twitch - A different look at Tourette Syndrome Plus. Stories for children, family, friends and helpers.
Meta Description: [ Anmother approach to the world of Tourette Syndrome plus. Stories for children and helpers. ]
Tic Talk - Email groups for adults, kids, and teens with TS as well as for parents of TS children. Also has links to books and sites dedicated to TS.
Tourettaville - Musical inspired by a young boy's dream world where 4 aliens and guru of “Tourettians” promote self-acceptance to patients with Tourette Syndrome.
Tourette Syndrome - Now What? - Information about the optimistic prognosis for most persons newly-diagnosed with TS. Provides articles, FAQs, definitions, and tips on finding a doctor, as well as a message board.
Meta Description: [ Information about the optimistic prognosis for those newly-diagnosed with Tourette Syndrome, including many personal stories, definitions, and concepts for understanding Tourette's research. ]
Tourette Syndrome Online - An interactive community for anyone interested in TS and related disorders. Offers articles, FAQs, personal stories, chat rooms, message boards, Doctor Finder, news, research findings, online store, a newsletter, resources, and a scholarship fund.
Meta Description: [ An online community devoted to tourette syndrome, adhd, add and ocd. We offer free chat rooms, free web pages, free email, free message boards and discussion forums, a pen-pal board, information, FAQ, educational resources, medication info, and more ]
Tourette Syndrome Plus - Information and resources on TS, OCD, ADD, and other neurobehavioral disorders. Special sections on advocacy and parent education, conferences, glossaries, medications, camps, and media coverage of TS.
Meta Description: [ Tourette's Syndrome, also known as Tourette's Disorder, is often associated with other conditions, such as Attention Deficit Disorder, Executive Dysfunction, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, juvenile Bipolar Disorder, 'rage attacks,' pervasive developmental disorders, sleep problems, and sensory is... ]
Tourette Syndrome Support in the UK - Providing information about services and support for TS in the UK. Includes Discussion Forum and Chat Room.
Meta Description: [ Information and Support for Tourette Syndrome in the UK - with Discussion Forum, Chat Room, Links, News, Stories etc ]
Tourette's Disorder - American and European descriptions with links to diagnosis and treatment information, booklets, research, and magazine articles. From Internet Mental Health.
Tourette's Disorder - Delivers information, support, and resources for patients, professionals, and the general public. Focuses on hope, encouragement, and increasing awareness and understanding.
Meta Description: [ Information about Tourette's Disorder and Tourettes Syndrome, with the spectrum of symptoms and comorbid conditions related included. ]
We Move - Tourette Syndrome - Walk-through fact sheet on Tourette Syndrome.
Meta Description: [ Tourette's syndrome (TS) is an inherited neurological disorder characterized by sudden, involuntary, repetitive muscle movements (motor tics) and vocalizations (vocal tics). ]
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