Tourette's syndrome - Mitzi Waltz

Tourette's syndrome is a neurological disorder usually
diagnosed in childhood. It is characterized by tics:
physical jerks and involuntary vocalizations. Some
people with Tourette's also have other brain-based disorders, particularly attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
(ADHD) or obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).Tourette's syndrome can be a minor challenge or a truly
devastating disability. People with Tourette's often experience
anxiety, embarrassment, sometimes even harassment. Their symptoms
can prevent them from having a normal childhood, building
good relationships, achieving their best in school, or finding menaingful employment. The effects of this disruption can be
painful and lifelong.The good news is that Tourette's is very treatable and
sometimes subsides with age. With prompt, consistent intervention, most people with Tourette's can wrest
back control of their lives. Tourette's Syndrome helps you:

• Secure an accurate and complete diagnosis
• Live with Tourette's in the family: using effective parenting techniques, building support systems
• Understand medical interventions
• Obtain appropriate medical care from an existing health plan
• Deal with Tourette's in the community and workplace
• Navigate the education system
• Find resources