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¿Qué es el síndrome de Tourette?
Síndrome de Tourette: preguntas frecuentes
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Tics en público: 8 formas de manejarlos
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Prevención del Acoso Escolar/Bullying: Estrategias Positivas
¡LEVANTEMONOS PARA SINDROME DE TOURETTE!
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Educación
El ST es más que los tics
Planes de Educación Individualizados
Efectos sobre el Aprendizaje
Prevención del Acoso Escolar/Bullying: Estrategias Positivas
¡LEVANTEMONOS PARA SINDROME DE TOURETTE!
Para los conductores de autobús
Artículos Médicos
¿Qué es el síndrome de Tourette?
Intervención Global de Comportamiento para Tics (CBIT)
La Genética del Síndrome de Tourette
Preguntas Comunes Sobre el ST Y la Genética
Entendiendo la Coprolalia: Un Síntoma Malentendido
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¿Qué es el síndrome de Tourette?
Síndrome de Tourette: preguntas frecuentes
Viviendo con Tourette
Niños y Jóvenes
Planes de Educación Individualizados
Prevención del Acoso Escolar/Bullying: Estrategias Positivas
¡LEVANTEMONOS PARA SINDROME DE TOURETTE!
Adultos
Tics en público: 8 formas de manejarlos
Empleo: Como conseguir trabajo y conservarlo
El ST y beneficios
Envejevcer con ST
Redes Sociales
Educación
El ST es más que los tics
Planes de Educación Individualizados
Efectos sobre el Aprendizaje
Prevención del Acoso Escolar/Bullying: Estrategias Positivas
¡LEVANTEMONOS PARA SINDROME DE TOURETTE!
Para los conductores de autobús
Artículos Médicos
¿Qué es el síndrome de Tourette?
Intervención Global de Comportamiento para Tics (CBIT)
La Genética del Síndrome de Tourette
Preguntas Comunes Sobre el ST Y la Genética
Entendiendo la Coprolalia: Un Síntoma Malentendido
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¿Qué es el síndrome de Tourette?
Síndrome de Tourette: preguntas frecuentes
Viviendo con Tourette
Niños y Jóvenes
Planes de Educación Individualizados
Prevención del Acoso Escolar/Bullying: Estrategias Positivas
¡LEVANTEMONOS PARA SINDROME DE TOURETTE!
Adultos
Tics en público: 8 formas de manejarlos
Empleo: Como conseguir trabajo y conservarlo
Redes Sociales
Educación
El ST es más que los tics
Planes de Educación Individualizados
Efectos sobre el Aprendizaje
Prevención del Acoso Escolar/Bullying: Estrategias Positivas
¡LEVANTEMONOS PARA SINDROME DE TOURETTE!
Para los conductores de autobús
Artículos Médicos
¿Qué es el síndrome de Tourette?
Intervención Global de Comportamiento para Tics (CBIT)
Preguntas Comunes Sobre el ST Y la Genética
La Genética del Síndrome de Tourette
Entendiendo la Coprolalia: Un Síntoma Malentendido
Listas de médicos y terapeutas
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Contáctenos
Stories That Inspire
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Get Help Now
The Tourette Association of America is here to provide help and hope to those affected by Tourette Syndrome, Tic Disorders, and associated conditions.
Our expert staff are here to help you.
Please contact us by emailing
support@tourette.org
for assistance
or begin a chat using the button at the bottom right of this page.
Get Help Now
Find Emergency Support
If you or someone you know are currently experiencing a mental health crisis, please call or text 988 or chat
988lifeline.org
. In case of a medical emergency, please contact 911 immediately.
Find Support for Myself
Youth
Find support and resources for children younger than 12 years old.
Teen
If you’re a teen, we have resources and support specifically for you.
Young Adult
Dealing with TS once you become an adult is tough, but you’re not alone. Find support.
Adult
The TAA dedicated to support people of all ages with Tourette and Tic Disorders. Find support.
Toolkits and Guides
A Children’s Guide to Tourette Syndrome
A Young Adult’s Guide to Tourette Syndrome
A Guide for Patients and Families
A Guide to Treatment for Care Providers
Emotional Overload: Understanding Non-Tic Related Behaviors in Tourette Syndrome
An Educator’s Guide to Planning and Support
Emotional Overload: Understanding Non-Tic Related Behaviors
Training for Law Enforcement
What is Tourette Syndrome
What is CBIT
Teen Guide to Tourette Syndrome and Persistent Tic Disorders
I Have TS Card
To request a hard copy of any of these resources, please contact the Tourette Association of America at (718) 224-2999.
Find Support for Someone I know
A Child
Symptoms of Tourette Syndrome (tics) tend to emerge between the ages of 5-7 years and often increase in frequency and severity between the ages of 8-12 years. In addition to the medical and behavioral challenges that come hand-in-hand with TS, children also face challenging social and educational situations, which can be stressful.
An Adult
While many people experience a reduction in the severity of their tics as they grow older, adults can struggle with symptoms associated with having Tourette Syndrome or another Tic Disorder. The Tourette Association of America is dedicated to support people of all ages with Tourette and Tic Disorders and are here to help you through your whole journey!
A Patient
For more than 50 years, Tourette Association has led the way in research and therapeutic development for Tourette Syndrome and other Tic Disorders. The TAA has awarded $21 million to over 450 research projects across 16 countries. Every $1 of TAA grant funding has helped investigators obtain approximately $10 in grant funding from the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
A Student
Tourette Syndrome or other Persistent Tic Disorders affect one in 50 students.  Many school-aged children with TS have a co-occurring condition, like ADHD, anxiety or depression. The tools linked below are designed to assist educators and support staff in recognizing complex symptoms and serve as a guide towards developing effective support plans to allow children with Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorders to thrive both socially and academically.
A Co-Worker
People with TS often face discrimination & stigmatization in the workplace. Many adults with TS don’t pursue job interviews or job advancements due to their tics. Many also feel that their tics keep them from fulfilling their fullest potential. By creating a more understanding & accommodating workplace, companies can help individuals with TS thrive and be successful in their careers.
In an Emergency
Tics can increase in high stress situations, such as being stopped by law enforcement. It is critical to be aware that an encounter with a law enforcement or emergency responder might cause someone with Tourette Syndrome (TS) to tic and exhibit more symptoms than in a calmer situation. First responders can use the resources linked below to improve outcomes when serving our community.
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