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Can someone with Tourette’s adopt?

Adoption has a process. But can someone with Tourette adopt? Here we look at the possibility, and how much this differs from … Read post

Is Tourette’s a learning disability?

Although Tourette syndrome is classed as a disability in many countries, it isn’t regarded as a learning disability. Tourette syndrome does not … Read post

Can toddlers have Tourette’s?

Toddlers can show signs of Tourette syndrome. Tics tend to develop a few years later, but have been known to start as … Read post

Can a baby have Tourette syndrome?

Can my baby have Tourette syndrome? Many new parents have questions, especially at this critical time of development. Tourette is hereditary, with … Read post

Interview with Tourette Tales: A mothers fight for a TS diagnosis and the dangers of misinformation

Tourette Tales (TT here for short) is a blogger and mum of three. Her eldest child, George, suffers from Tourette Syndrome. I … Read post

Is Tourette Syndrome hereditary?

Tics tend to run in families, and they certainly do in mine. However it seems there isn’t a gene that causes Tourette … Read post

Parenting a child with Tourette Syndrome

Learning that your child has Tourette Syndrome can be tough. Growing up with Tourette means that I have a very good understanding … Read post

Can someone with Tourette’s hold a baby?

If you have a newborn, you may be hesitant to allow a friend or family member with tics to hold your baby. … Read post