Through a child’s eyes
Having any sort of disorder can make a person have to grow up a little bit faster. I remember being a little girl, first diagnosed and not having a care in the world because I was not yet aware of… Continue Reading
Childhood
What behavior challenges do you experience?
Tourette Syndrome can present a variety of behavior challenges, often due to the children having difficulty communicating, regulating demands and expectations, and trying to meet their physical and emotional needs. We’d like to know what you as a parent of… Continue Reading
From first-timers to long-timers, families tout value of retreat weekend
For nearly a decade, children and families affected by Tourette Syndrome and its associated disorders have converged upon YMCA Camp Bernie in beautiful Hunterdon County each June for a few days of fun, learning and the realization they are not… Continue Reading
Ask Dr. Ticcy: What is the genetic probability of passing on TS?
Dr. Ticcy is a pseudonym for the Tourette Syndrome Foundation of Canada National Office, which draws on information from experts across Canada and beyond to answer questions from the TS community. Please send your questions to tsfc@tourette.ca with the salutation “Dear Dr. Ticcy.” Dear… Continue Reading
My TS, My Story: Part 1, Diagnosis
Part of the Tourette Syndrome Foundation of Canada’s mission is to help individuals affected by TS through programs of self-help. That is why our posts this week will focus on self-understanding, self-knowledge and self-awareness. Today’s post is from Tina T.… Continue Reading
Ask Dr. Ticcy: Will my child be born with TS?
Dr. Ticcy is a pseudonym for the Tourette Syndrome Foundation of Canada National Office, which draws on information from experts across Canada and beyond to answer questions from the TS community. Please send your questions to tsfc@tourette.ca with the salutation “Dear Dr. Ticcy.” Dear… Continue Reading
Being comfortable yourself with TS can make others comfortable with it
I was very fortunate in that not only was I raised by an educated, understanding mother, but also that I was diagnosed with Tourette when I was very young, allowing me to have a longer adjusting period. I remember the… Continue Reading
Ask Dr. Ticcy: Should I tell the parent of my child’s playmate about my child’s TS?
Dr. Ticcy is a pseudonym for the Tourette Syndrome Foundation of Canada National Office, which draws on information from experts across Canada and beyond to answer questions from the TS community. Please send your questions to tsfc@tourette.ca with the salutation… Continue Reading
Casting company looking for stories from Tourette Syndrome families
Does your son or daughter have Tourette Syndrome? The casting team at dLt Productions is currently looking for dynamic family situations in which the children or teens have Tourette and would love to share their story! How has TS affected… Continue Reading
New book aims to help children with food allergies
I am excited to share the publication of my book, Nurse Teddy Bear Learns About Food Allergies. The book is a delightful yet informative story that would help all children, with or without allergies, learn more about food allergies. Nurse… Continue Reading