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Finding Confidence and a Voice Through Tourette Syndrome

Posted on May 3, 2025 by NJCTS staff

For me, living with Tourette Syndrome (TS) has been one of those life-shaping experiences. It has not always been easy, but it’s pushed me to grow, speak up, and discover a version of myself I didn’t know existed.

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advocacy, Teens Awareness, School
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How My Instrument has Affected my Tourette Syndrome

Posted on February 4, 2025 by nstrausb

While not every person is musically inclined, hobbies such as playing instruments and
possibly many others, can help one to cope with their Tourette’s Syndrome effectively. Continue Reading →

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A Summer of Discovery: My Internship Experience at Massachusetts General Hospital

Posted on January 14, 2025 by sreelakkamraju

This past summer, I had the extraordinary opportunity to intern at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) through Harvard Summer School, focusing on Tourette Syndrome (TS) research under Dr. Erica Greenberg, director of the Pediatric Psychiatry OCD and Tic Disorders Program. This… Continue Reading →

employment, Professionals, School, Teens Life, School, Tics
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Navigating Holidays with TS

Posted on December 20, 2024 by NJCTS staff

It is very possible to navigate this seasons celebrations with confidence and enjoy them as much as you can. Here are some strategies that I hope you find helpful! Continue Reading →

family, Teens, Tics Anxiety, Holidays, Life, Tics
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How Should Teachers Handle Students with TS? An interview with a teacher who’s been through it

Posted on August 22, 2024 by NJCTS staff

One of the most important elements of success in school for TS affected kids is their teacher, especially for elementary aged children, who will spend most of their time with only one. Continue Reading →

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Scholarship Essay – Christian C.

Posted on June 19, 2024 by briannab

Christian was a second place winner of a 2024 NJCTS Scholarship Award. This is the essay he included with his application. I have strived for excellence despite challenges in life. While my path has been difficult, perseverance has allowed me… Continue Reading →

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Scholarship Essay – Marissa L.

Posted on June 19, 2024 by briannab

Marissa was a first place winner of a 2024 NJCTS Scholarship. Here is the essay she included with her application. At the age of 7, I began to tic. It started as sniffing, inspiration, and expiration and progressed to uncontrollable… Continue Reading →

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Public Figures Bringing Awareness to Tourette Syndrome

Posted on April 15, 2024 by sreelakkamraju

It is and should be the goal of everyone with Tourette’s to be comfortable in their own shoes. It is not required to share it with others around you, but it would ease some of the stress or anxiety that comes with the disorder. Continue Reading →

advocacy, Professionals, Teens
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Dating with TS: When to Disclose and How it Affects your Relationship

Posted on April 1, 2024 by NJCTS staff

For people with Tourette’s Syndrome, regardless of when your journey kicks off, uncertainty about how TS might affect your romantic endeavors can be an added stress to an already emotionally turbulent experience.  Continue Reading →

dating, disclosure, Teens Acceptance, Friends
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Navigating School with Tourettes Syndrome

Posted on March 24, 2024 by loganb

If you have Tourettes Syndrome, you know how difficult school can be. Sadly, Tourettes often comes with some friends, like anxiety, ADHD, OCD, and other disorders that can cause difficulty learning and concentrating. Thankfully, there are solutions to these problems.… Continue Reading →

School, Teens, Tics

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