Tourette syndrome (TS) is an inherited disorder of the nervous system characterized by repeated involuntary movements and uncontrollable vocal (phonic) sounds called tics. In a few patients, such tics can include inappropriate words and phrases.
The disorder is named for Dr. Georges Gilles de la Tourette, a French neurologist who first described an 86-year-old French noblewoman with the condition in 1885. The symptoms of TS generally appear before the individual is 18 years old (some authorities say before 15 years of age).
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Provides information on this condition that causes physical and verbal tics. Includes a short video and details of symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and complications.
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Basic information about Tourette's Syndrome. Includes a list of symptoms classified as either simple or complex.
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A clinical psychologist with the disorder presents his educational writings, talks, and a documentary. Includes sections for patients, families and clinicians.
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Providing information about services and support for TS in the UK. Includes Discussion Forum and Chat Room.
Includes definitions, possible causes, treatments, and research.
Downloadable Tourette Syndrome birth defect fact sheet.
American and European descriptions with links to diagnosis and treatment information, booklets, research, and magazine articles.
A teen's guide to TS, who gets it, what doctors do, and how to manage living with the condition.
Information about the symptoms of TS and how to get help for children.
Provides information on this condition that causes physical and verbal tics. Includes a short video and details of symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and complications.
Basic information about Tourette's Syndrome. Includes a list of symptoms classified as either simple or complex.
A clinical psychologist with the disorder presents his educational writings, talks, and a documentary. Includes sections for patients, families and clinicians.
Information about the optimistic prognosis for most persons newly-diagnosed with TS. Provides articles, FAQs, definitions, and tips on finding a doctor, as well as a message board.
Provides information, referrals to patient organizations, research grants and fellowships, advocacy, and medication assistance programs.
Provides definition, descriptions, facts, a list of famous people with TS, a short quiz, and resources.
Providing information about services and support for TS in the UK. Includes Discussion Forum and Chat Room.
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