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Tourette Canada proudly presents the Tourette Monologues. These short videos were created by volunteers and members of the Tourette Canada communi...
The Winnipeg Chapter is having an information session on March 5th, 2016.
Dr. Ticcy, I am a parent who likes to look up information on treatments and read through it to get a better understanding of how it works, side ...
Did you know that sleep problems often come with having Tourette? Have you ever wondered why? A recent journal article tried to answer this q...
Dr. Ticcy, My son has TS. What are the chances that he will also develop anxiety or depression? I want to know more about the risks of my son de...
Ask Dr. Ticcy: My Child Won’t Go to School Dr Ticcy: Help! My kid won’t go to school. I tell them to go and they say no. They say t...
Oliver Sacks was many things. He was an author, a doctor, a teacher, a role model. Today, as we look back on his remarkable career, we reflect ...
If you haven’t heard of Graham Kent, you should check him out on CBC Toronto: http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/toronto-man-with-tourette-s-say...
What are your favourite Tourette movies? Here are some of ours: 1. The Road Within https://youtu.be/-MYzi2TPRcM 2. Fr...
Check out our new factsheets! Click to download each one: 1. ADHD Fact Sheet: https://tourette.ca/uploads/File/ResourceLibraryDocum...
To Dr. Ticcy: I’ve read that kids with TS can have trouble understanding sarcasm. Is this true? From: T.J. Dear...
Tourette Canada’s website, www.tourette.ca, is a great website for information about Tourette Syndrome and associated conditions, but it’s not the ...
Can you believe that the Tourette Blog has 188 blog posts? We’ve rounded up some of our favourites below in case you’ve missed any or would like...
Dr. Ticcy, I heard going gluten-free can really help with tics. Should I try it? Thanks, Maybe Gluten-Free Dear Maybe Gluten-...
We’ve had several entries on the Tourette Blog about what you shouldn’t eat. It’s time for a little positivity! Today, we take a look at what yo...
Can marijuana be used to treat Tourette Syndrome? This question is asked more often than you might think. It may come from a parent whose teen clai...
Many people are curious about the effect of diet on tics. While there is little published information on this subject, parents and clinicians have ...
Dear Dr. Ticcy, I am hearing mixed messages about the flu vaccine. My daughter has TS and I don’t want to make her symptoms worse. So, my questi...
Dr. Ticcy, I was looking at Tourette Canada’s new website and noticed that it says that the rebound effect has been disproved. I am confused! My...
In this blog series, Zachary Benayon, Tourette Ambassador for Tourette Canada shares his experience with social opportunities in Post-Secondary Edu...
In this blog entry, Zachary Benayon, Social Media Ambassador for Tourette Canada shares his experience with obtaining academic supports in Coll...
n this blog series, Zachary Benayon, Social Media Ambassador for Tourette Canada shares his experience with overcoming the challenges associated wi...
Dear Dr. Ticcy, I thought that my tics would decrease as I got older but I am 30 years old and my tics are worse than ever. Does this mean t...
Tourette Canada is collaborating with a group of organizations who work with and represent individuals and families living with a wide range of...
Dear Dr. Ticcy, What are the odds of two boys in the same family having Tourette? Our eight-year-old was recently diagnosed with TS and now we ...
Is Exercise the Anti-tic Medicine We Don’t Take Enough Of? Studies Confirm Certain Exercises Help Tics Go Away. In 2005, Drs. Leckman & Swain p...
Neurological Health Charities Canada or NHCC, of which the Tourette Syndrome Foundation of Canada is a founding member, has just released a very im...
The use of brain surgery to treat TS receives a lot of media attention; however, this coverage most often doesn’t go into detail about who is the r...
The use of brain surgery to treat TS receives a lot of media attention. This three-part blog series will give you up-to-date information about this...
You’ve probably noticed that there are almost as many names for Tourette Syndrome as there are tics (well, maybe not quite that many). These includ...
TED is a nonprofit devoted to sharing "ideas worth spreading" on a variety of topics through short, inspiring, live talks. The TEDx Program shares ...
Many people tell the Tourette Syndrome Foundation of Canada (TSFC) that they are concerned about workplace discrimination. We are too! The TSFC is ...
In this new blog series, we honour the men and women who helped the Tourette Syndrome Foundation of Canada rise from its humble roots and explore t...
This blog post originally appeared on BrittanyFichterWrites.com. I don’t watch Dancing with the Stars often, but when I heard that tonight was Disn...
Dear Dr. Ticcy, My younger brother saw a doctor about his tics because they were bothering him. He was diagnosed with TS. When I found out, I start...
The following story comes to us from Jodi Laycock of Luseland, Saskatchewan. Life Before Sabbath As a child growing up in the 1970s I always had a...
The recent study "Histidine Decarboxylase Deficiency Causes Tourette Syndrome: Parallel Findings in Humans and Mice" (Barlan et al., 2014) examined...
This is the final part of our blog series featuring the creator of the TSFC's e-learning program Advocacy to the Rescue, Dr. Norm Forman. Read Part...
How is Tourette Syndrome “identified” or “categorized”? Tourette Syndrome is a neurological condition (sometimes referred to as a neuropsychiatric ...
People with Tourette Syndrome usually have at least one other condition (co-morbid or co-occurring conditions). Some students have multiple co-occu...
For parents of children with exceptionalities like TS, OCD, ADHD and mood disorders, classroom strategies are a very popular topic. Parents are eag...
Often staff at a typical summer camp are unable to accommodate children or youth with TS Plus, whose challenges may include OCD, ADHD, mood dis...
Something that I don't often read about or hear people talking about regarding Tourette is the fun you can have with it with the right attitude. Be...
Dear Dr. Ticcy, Where can I find more information on relaxation techniques? Thanks! F. Dear F., Great question. Relaxation is important for everyo...
Scientists have discovered a mechanism that controls Tourette Syndrome tics. This groundbreaking study may allow for the creation of new, non-drug ...
2013 was a big year for the TS community both in Canada and internationally. Here's the TSFC’s list of the biggest TS moments of 2013. Do they matc...
TSFC Ottawa Chapter volunteer and businessperson Frank Spartico (shown centre) received a Business Volunteer Award from Mayor Jim Watson and Counci...
When someone talks about what causes TS, they’re usually referring to the underlying genetic factors that lead a person to be born with it. But whe...
There are a variety of respite program options in Eastern Canada including several summer camp programs. These respite programs are listed below by...
When I first heard of it, all that I knew about it was that I might have it! Tourette Syndrome. What the tic was that, I thought. My mom told me th...
here are three respite service programs that are available across Ontario. “Community Care Access Centres”or CCASs offer services for children or y...
The genetic architecture of TS is largely unknown. Geneticists agree that TS is indeed a hereditary or genetic condition, meaning it is passed down...
There are several respite services and supports offered throughout Western Canada. Below is a detailed description of each Western province’s gover...
Many different supports and services exist for exceptional children and their caregivers. Understanding what each service offers and whether you qu...
Not just anyone can open a personal bank account, right? Wrong! It is your right to open a personal bank account. You can’t be denied this right ev...
Many of our older youth have told us that they have tremendous challenges with handling money and understanding basic finances. This blog series ai...
What if you could learn about what it's like to have Tourette Syndrome while enjoying a video game experience? Well now you can! Introducing Touret...
Many of our older youth have told us that they have tremendous challenges with handling money and understanding basic finances. This new blog serie...
Dear Dr. Ticcy, I am writing to inquire about some information on the genetics of Tourette Syndrome. I look on the TSFC website and the Tourette B...
Surrender Your Say: Unique TS Awareness-raising Project In June 2013, Saatchi & Saatchi and the TSFC joined forces again to raise awareness ab...
It's true. This brilliant TS awareness campaign is exploding across Canada and beyond, and thousands of people, including Rick Mercer and Howie Man...
Imagine if the people around you, your friends, family, fellow students, co-workers, even the people you pass on the street, could know what it fee...
Part of the TSFC’s mission is to help individuals affected by TS through programs of self-help. That is why this week, the Tourette Blog will focu...
On Fire is a young adult novel that has a solid storyline and interesting characters, along with an accurate and well thought out portrayal of some...
Dear Dr. Ticcy, I have TS and I am thinking about having a baby. Will my child be born with TS too? Thanks for your help, Possible Parent Dear Po...
Dear Dr. Ticcy, I just moved into an apartment building. I am worried that a neighbour will complain about my tics, particularly my coprolalia....
Dear Dr. Ticcy, HELP! My grandson has been diagnosed with TS complete with the Jekyll and Hyde rages which are overwhelming for my daughter to say ...
Coprolalia: Utterance of obscene, aggressive or otherwise socially unacceptable words or phrases. (Glossary, Understanding Tourette Syndrome: a Han...
Often staff at a typical summer camp are unable to accommodate children or youth with TS Plus, whose challenges may include OCD, ADHD, mood disorde...
Dear Dr. Ticcy, My daughter was just diagnosed with TS. I don’t know what to do. I am a teacher but I don’t have experience with TS. Please help! F...
Dear Dr. Ticcy, How do I deal with my child’s coprolalia? Thanks, Perplexed Parent Dear Perplexed, First, let’s ensure that you and all of our re...
Shari is the mother of two children including Evan, an eight-year-old boy who has TS and loves to play hockey. Shari lives in Winnipeg, Manitoba an...
Dear Dr. Ticcy, I have a question regarding play dates. When my son or daughter meets a new friend do I tell/warn the parent about my son or daught...
Dear Dr. Ticcy, I heard that doctors are now using magnets to treat TS. Is this true? Is the treatment available in Canada? Sincerely, Curious De...
Dear Dr. Ticcy, I saw an article on the internet that says that dentists can cure TS, but I also know that there is no cure for TS. Can you explain...
At the Greater Toronto Area Chapter, our focus has recently been on "music as therapy." On November 17th we hosted a concert with the musical talen...
Our newly released Annual Report 2011-2012 features highlights from our affiliates across the country. In the coming days we will be featuring each...
This blog article, by RuthieP, was originally posted on New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome's Teens4TS Blog and is republished here with kind p...
Dear Dr. Ticcy, Is there any evidence for the use of beta blockers to treat tics? Thanks! Christina Dear Christina, Beta blockers are very effect...
Dear Dr. Ticcy, Is there ever going to be a new medication for adults to lessen tics with the minimal amount of side effects? Sincerely, M.D. De...
Strategies & Interventions There are a number of intervention strategies for combating school avoidance, many more than can be discussed here....
Causes As always, in order to understand how to combat the problem, we first need to understand its causes. “Understanding the reasons that studen...
Fall is fast approaching, and in a few short days, it will be that time again—time to pick up the books, pack the school bag and head back to schoo...
In 1965, a psychiatrist named Arthur Shapiro (pictured left) received a referral from a local neurologist. The referred patient was a young woman w...
As part of their normal development, young children often engage in ritualistic, repetitive and even compulsive activities. Early developmental pha...
Dr. Tamara Pringsheim[/caption] Hot off the presses is “Prevalence of Tic Disorders: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis,” an article published i...
If you have TS, you may also have another condition like as anxiety, depression, Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, or Obsessive Compulsive ...
Most of us have heard of the terrible twos, or at least acknowledge that toddlers can be quite difficult to manage at times. Temper tantrums, nonco...
Recently, several TSFC members asked National Office staff about the use of BOTOX injections as a tic treatment. In response, the TSFC did some res...
Recently, the National Office received several questions about sensory integration dysfunction (SID), a common co-occurring condition with TS. Just...
My name is Austin Dilworth and I am 9 years old. I was diagnosed with Tourette Syndrome in March 2012. This year, I had an opportunity to participa...
School's out, the weather is beautiful, and your child probably has a lot of time on their hands. The good news is that summer camps are great for ...
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a chronic anxiety condition that is often found in people with Tourette Syndrome. It is so common in fact, t...
Does your son or daughter have ADHD? If so, you are not alone. ADHD affects between 3-8% of school-aged children and 75% of youth with Tourette Syn...
Does having TS or ADHD mean a greater likelihood of alcohol/substance abuse? Read on to find out what recent research says about the risk factors....
It used to be that bullying happened on the playground, in the classroom, or on the school bus. Thanks to technological improvements, bullying now ...
Do you live in a place where the closest TS specialist is a 2 hour plus car trip away? Do you have to leave your province to see a specialist or re...
Last week we profiled a number of our in-service presenters. Today we wanted to cap it off by offering you a glimpse into the audience's reactions ...
One of the most important things the TSFC does for the TS community is the In-Service Program. We send trained in-service presenters to speak at sc...
In need of a good New Year's Resolution? Well you're in luck! Over the next ten weekdays we'll be giving you a different way each day that you can ...
The Great Wall of Tics is the world’s first online collection of tics created entirely by people with TS around the world. It’s truly a community p...
"Everyone has the right to be respected and the responsibility to respect others." It’s hard enough going back to school – new teachers, new classe...
Tourette Blog Major Updates to 'Kids Korner' on TSFC Website Date August 15, 2011 Categories Resources Back Sometimes it's a chal...
People who know me and see my front and backyard know that I love plants and flowers. Frans (my husband) travels to work over a bridge to Halifax w...
One of the benefits of becoming a member of the TSFC (a great way to support the TS movement) is receiving new editions of The Green Leaflet. Full ...
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We're very proud of the film Talk Tourette, which grew out of the 2009 National Conference in Mississauga, Ontario. It captures the powerful spirit...
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