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Newly Diagnosed? There's a web section specifically designed to answer your questions and point you in the right direction, whether you are a parent, child or professional. There is also a terrific online video, Newly Diagnosed Tourette Syndrome. For parents, young people, professionals - we'll try to answer your questions and give you the resources you need. Click here to continue. |
Young Person with TS or Curious about a Young Friend with TS? We have lots of information, a free newsletter (available on line or by mail) and ways to become very well informed. There's information on how to become a TSA "Youth Ambassador" - including a video to download to your IPOD. Click here to continue. Young Adult? there's an online Newsletter just for you - click here. |
Adult with TS? Our "Living with TS" web section is being developed with you in mind. We offer a video about Self Esteem, try to give good solid information and resources which shed light on the challenges of Adult Tourette Syndrome, and tell you about other Adults with TS. Click here to continue. |
Clinical & Counseling Perspectives Allied clinical and counseling professionals play a significant role in helping people and families affected by Tourette Syndrome (TS). Families may seek counseling to help them understand and manage the effects of a new diagnosis for their child. Individuals may seek counseling to help with a wide range of issues: dealing with tic symptoms, rejection by peers, school and learning problems, when to tell others about Tourette Syndrome, dating and socializing, treatment approaches and many more concerns. Features articles and perspectives on TSA's NYC Counseling Program which focuses exclusively on people with TS and their families. The NYC program is funded by the City of New York, but can be replicated elsewhere in the country. Click here for Clinical & Counseling main page; click here to read about the NYC Counseling Program. |
Information for All We have a quarterly TSA Newsletter for all, an online Young Adults' Newsletter, and a free Children's Newsletter, Publications, some terrific Videos, Conferences and Meetings, Educator and Physician Training programs around the country and on line. You may want to visit our online store to see some of our publications (many available for download) and videos. TSA has a Resource and Referral staff ready to answer your questions at 718-224-2999. We engage in advocacy and grassroots activities, having a positive effect on legislation both national and local. We have a research grant program that has provided seed money for some of the pre-eminent researchers in the field, working to find the cause, better treatments, and, someday, the cure for TS. We have many events to raise Awareness, and are truly proud of the many athletes who have run, biked and bowled for TS. Please browse this website. We encourage you to telephone us at 718-224-2999, or contact us by email. |
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