The difference between simple and complex tics
Tics can be simple or complex. This doesn’t necessarily refer to the severity of the tic, or how often they occur. It
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Tourette Myths and FAQ's
Tourette Syndrome is still very misunderstood.
Below are some of the frequently asked questions about the syndrome, along with the facts to end some of the myths and misconceptions.
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Am I faking tics in Tourette syndrome?
A common worry is whether the tics we experience are fake or ‘put on’. But fear not. If you are asking this
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.
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
Is Tourette Syndrome a disease?
Despite what you may have heard, Tourette is not a disease. Tourette is a ‘syndrome’, and is often refereed to as ‘Tourette
Links between Tourette’s, seizures and epilepsy
An episode of severe tics can indeed look like a seizure, but the two aren’t related. That being said, there can be
Tourette Syndrome and Sleep Problems
Struggling to sleep has been an issue for as long as I can remember. Sometimes it’s intrusive thoughts and overthinking, sometimes sensory
Can tics change over time?
Tourette Syndrome affected me at a very early age. By the age of nine I was diagnosed with this neurological disorder after
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
Do people with Tourette enjoy having tics?
Many Tourette sufferers live with a positive outlook on life. But as someone with Tourette, I can safely say it is not
Can people with Tourette’s drive? It depends on this
Can people with Tourette’s drive? It depends on two factors. The severity of tics, and the countries laws. In the UK for
How many people have Tourette’s?
Did you know that if everyone with Tourette’s lived in one nation, it would be the 20th most populated in the world
The three main types of tic disorder
Everyone with Tourette syndrome has tics, but not everyone with tics has Tourette syndrome. Those diagnosed with Tourette have both motor and
Five myths about Tourette’s that need changing
There are many misconceptions floating about the web related to Tourette’s Syndrome. It is one of the most misunderstood conditions out there,
Do people with Tourette’s swear?
For decades now the assumption has been that Tourette’s sufferers swear a lot. It has led to numerous comedy skits and is
What’s the difference between Tourette’s and OCD?
It can be hard to distinguish one condition from the next, especially if they both share similar characteristics. Tourette’s and OCD both
Tourette’s Awareness Month: What’s happening near you
Tourette Syndrome Awareness Month is celebrated around the world, consisting of many activities and informational events in the hope of raising awareness.
