Tourette Syndrome
treatments
For the experts
American Family Physician
Geared at people in health fields, but useful for anyone, this in-depth article deals with recognizing and managing Tourette Syndrome. Very helpful table displays the prevalence of different types of tics.
Medication for Tourette
Drugs
Tourette Syndrome is sometimes treated with prescription medication. Find info on the most commonly prescribed drugs for this condition here.
symptoms
Tics in children
Keep Kids Healthy
Not all children who experience tics have Tourette Syndrome; in fact, tics are fairly common. This research indicates that many tics are considered normal, and are not associated with any behavioral problem.
Understanding Tourette Syndrome
Mayo Clinic
This easy-to-read introduction to Tourette Syndrome includes lots of general information, and even a chart on common types of tic.
Tics
Virtual Medical Centre
Tics are more common than you might think. Find a brief video on tics here, and read up on the predisposing factors, progression and probable outcomes of Tourette Syndrome.
Learn more about Tourette
Neuroscience for Kids
Find fast facts, general information and even a short list of famous people with Tourette Syndrome here.
The tic spectrum
Tourette Syndrome
Although tics are often thought of Tourette Syndrome symptom, other conditions can produce tics, as well. Here is info on tics, why they occur and what conditions can cause them.
self-help
Tourette primer
Medicine Net
Find general overview information, as well as details on research and prognosis of Tourette Syndrome.
Dealing with ticcing
Tourette Syndrome Association
If you have Tourette Syndrome, you might be embarrassed by ticcing in public. Don't stay at home! Here are some suggestions for how you can cope with public ticcing.
Tourette FAQ
NINDS
If you or someone you know has been diagnosed with Tourette Syndrome, you're sure to have questions: here are answers to some of the most common ones.
Personal stories
Tourette Syndrome Foundation of Canada
You're not alone in dealing with Tourette Syndrome! Read the stories of three people who are dealing with this disorder.
Tourette syndrome in kids
Kids Health
Tourette Syndrome is often diagnosed in childhood. Find general info on symptoms, treatment and coping with this disorder here.
alternatives
Deep brain stimulation
Science Daily
Some patients have found success with deep brain stimulation (DBS), a newer Tourette Syndrome treatment. Find all sorts of DBS info here.
Treating Tourette Syndrome naturally
Tourette Syndrome Online
Holistic treatments for Tourette Syndrome can bring about relief. Could changing your diet and taking extra vitamins help ease your symptoms?


