of the TS community to be heard.
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As many as 1 in 50 individuals show signs of Tourette Syndrome or other tic disorder – and most of them undiagnosed, misdiagnosed and/or misunderstood.
NJCTS provides answers for these individuals and their families through referrals to programs and services, education and training so that families, peers and professionals will be better qualified to help those with Tourette Syndrome, and support of research programs so that we can find better treatments and a cure.
Looking to help support NJCTS? Donations are always appreciated!
NJCTS Programs
Get Involved
Explore the many ways you can help us continue to provide education, research and support to those affected by Tourette Syndrome and associated disorders
NJCTS Holds all kinds of events, from seminars to walkathons to summer camps.
CALENDAR OF EVENTSYour generous support is key to making advances in Tourette Syndrome research and helping keep our ongoing services possible.
WAYS TO SUPPORTWe are always in need of teens, adults, and families to help spread the word, get some office work done, or help out at an event.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIESUpcoming Events
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Tourette Talk: Supporting Siblings of Children with Special Needs
All members of a family need attention and support, and all multiple child homes face the daily challenge of distributing parental energy. Neurodivergent children tend…
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Today’s Challenge, Tomorrow’s Strength: A Support Group for Parents of Children with Tourette or Tic Disorders
The monthly NJCTS support group is an avenue for parents who are new to a tic disorder diagnosis to seek support and guidance from parents…
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IN PERSON – Community Connections for Adults with TS
Join us for an in-person Community Connections to hang out and have a meal or light snack. Date - Saturday, July 13, 2024 Time -…
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Today’s Challenge, Tomorrow’s Strength: A Support Group for Parents of Children with Tourette or Tic Disorders
The monthly NJCTS support group is an avenue for parents who are new to a tic disorder diagnosis to seek support and guidance from parents…
SPECIAL EVENTS
In the news
- 24 Jun
Youth Advocate Savannah is This Year’s Top Walk Fundraiser
Read moreHer hometown walk raised more than $10,000 and she was featured in the Asbury Park Press.
- 21 Jun
Where Are They Now? – Tara Barr
Read moreMy name is Tara Barr and I was NJCTS Youth Advocate of the Year & a scholarship recipient in 2019. I was diagnosed with Tourette
- 19 Jun
Piscataway Teen Christian Conception Awarded Second Place Scholarship From NJCTS
Read moreOn Friday June 7, in honor of Tourette Syndrome Awareness Day, NJCTS presented the two top scholarship awards to graduating New Jersey seniors. The second-place
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Branchburg Teen Marissa Lazovick Awarded First Place Scholarship From NJCTS
Read moreOn Friday June 7, in honor of Tourette Syndrome Awareness Day, NJCTS presented the two top scholarship awards to graduating New Jersey seniors. The first-place
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Ridgefield Avenue School Principal Awarded Educator of the Year
Read moreNJCTS has awarded the 2024 Educator of the Year to Dr. Michael Donovan, Principal of Ridgefield Avenue School in Glen Ridge.
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Rutgers MSW Student Awarded Scholarship for Tourette Syndrome Advocacy
Read moreNJ Center for Tourette Syndrome and Associated Disorders (NJCTS) announced their annual scholarship awards this week and Drew Friedrich, a Rutgers Master of Social Work
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Dr. Bernard Maria Named Healthcare Professional of the Year
Read more“Dr. Maria has proven himself to be warm, compassionate and knowledgeable, and has expressed great empathy towards our family.”
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2024 Awards and Scholarship Luncheon
Read moreNJCTS celebrated 2024 scholarship winners and award honorees during annual luncheon in Bridgewater.
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Where Are They Now? – Sebastian Lijo
Read moreMy name is Sebastian Lijo. My relationship with NJCTS began with my mother’s involvement, as she dedicated her time volunteering at events before eventually joining
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Where Are They Now? – Adyan Khondker
Read moreHi! My name is Adyan Khondker, a rising junior (class of 2026) at Rutgers University. I was formerly only scarcely involved in NJCTS as a
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NJCTS News – May 2024
Read moreTS Awareness Month; NJ Walks for TS; May Programs; 2023 Year in Review; On the Blog; The Latest UpTic Episodes
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Where Are They Now? – Mason Esposito
Read moreMy name is Mason Esposito (they/them), and I was the 2015 NJCTS scholarship recipient, former coach for the Tim Howard Leadership Academy, and a recent
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