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Tourette Syndrome and Work Modification

People who struggle with tics and Tourette Syndrome, are not only children. Adults can have tics as well. Tics can present throughout adulthood in a small population of those with chronic tic disorders, such as Tourette Syndrome. As an adult with Tourette Syndrome, problems can arise in situations such as…

Bullying Prevention with Tourette Syndrome

As with any diagnosis that would set a child apart from their classmate, having Tourette Syndrome can unfortunately make your child a target for bullying. Some possible signs and symptoms of bullying can include (but are not limited to): –          Increase in frustration –          Not wanting to go to school…

Tourette Syndrome Awareness Month Walk

Please join the Gainesville/Lake City Support Group in supporting the national Tourette Syndrome Association Annual Tourette Syndrome Awareness Month What: Short walk to support national walk Where: Meet at first floor café at OSMI When: Thursday, June 12th at 5pm Who: You and your loved ones What to expect: –        …

Dysgraphia and Handwriting Difficulties related to Tourette Syndrome

Dysgraphia is defined as difficulty with handwriting (as seen above), regardless of the student’s ability to read.  Dysgraphia is not always related to an intellectual disability.  Handwriting can appear distorted or very difficult to read.  Dysgraphia typically is present around initial stages of learning to write.  In…

Gainesville/Lake City Support Group for Tics/Tourette’s

It is here… With the help of community members and staff, we are pleased to share that a Tic/Tourette Support Group has been formed in the Gainesville and Lake City areas.  The meeting times and places will vary, so please contact Heather Simpson or…

What is Sensory Integration Dysfunction related to Tourette Syndrome

“Sensory integration theory proposes that sensory integration is a neurobiological process that organizes sensation from one’s own body and from the environment and makes it possible to use the body effectively within the environment.”  (1)   Children with Tourette Syndrome can demonstrate signs of Sensory Integration Dysfunction related to poor…

Techniques to Improve Sleep Patterns of Children with Tourette Syndrome

Children who suffer from Tourette Syndrome can have a high likely-hood of having difficulty falling asleep at night.  This can be due to the comorbid condition of Sensory Integration Dysfunction.  Listed below are several strategies to explore at night to assist with the sleeping process.  Before completing any of the…

Strategies for School Success with Tourette’s/Tics

The start of the school year can be a stressful time for any student, but for children with Tourette’s or Tics, it can be particularly difficult.  Social anxiety, stress of testing and the business of school activities can create havoc for a child with tics.  During this time, you might…

Now offering a non-drug treatment for Tics/Tourette’s

Traditionally, Tourette’s Syndrome/Tics have been treated effectively with medication.  Currently, there is a relatively new non-drug treatment that is creating a stir in the Tourette’s rehab world that is used in conjuction with medication.  This program is known as Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention for Tics (CBIT). This program is available for…

Ten Common Questions Regarding Tourette Syndrome

By Irene Malaty M.D. 1.)     My doctor says I have tics.  Does that mean I have Tourette syndrome (TS)? Not everyone that has tics has Tourette syndrome. Tics are sudden recurrent non-rhythmic stereotypical movements or vocalizations that a person makes.  Most typically, a person experiences an urge…