Are tics voluntary or involuntary?
Tourette is often described as causing ‘involuntary‘ motor and vocal tics. But are tics really involuntary? It depends on who you ask. … Read post
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The history of Tourette Syndrome
It’s the Middle Ages in Speyer, Germany.Renown for its Romanesque Cathedral, Speyer was an important location for the Holy Roman Empire. By … Read post
Eye tics in Tourette Syndrome
Tics involving the eyes can be a frustrating, painful tic to experience. Eye tics can come in the form of crossing or … Read post
OCD when driving
In 1992, a study (1) was conducted with 293 students, none with a diagnosed mental health problem. The following intrusive thoughts were … Read post
Sensorimotor OCD
Have you ever been hyper-aware of your heartbeat? Or thought about breathing and now have to do it manually? Maybe you think … Read post
Why do I keep checking my heart rate?
Heart rate OCD is a theme of OCD that is linked to heart health, or the worry of a heart attack and … Read post
Flying with Tourette Syndrome
Air travel can be stressful at the best of times. Flying with Tourette Syndrome can turn a standard trip into an ordeal … Read post
The worst foods to eat with Tourette Syndrome
Certain foods can make tics worse. Many people have noticed specific foods being a trigger. Processed foods, foods with sugar, dairy, gluten … Read post
Hotel room-number obsession
I write this one not just as a sufferer, but also a witness to how many others go through this specific theme … Read post
Is Tourette Syndrome a disability?
Tourette affects day to day life. But is that enough for it to be considered a disability? Well, it really does depend … Read post