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Tourette syndrome (TS) is an inherited disorder of the nervous system characterized by repeated involuntary movements and uncontrollable vocal (phonic) sounds called tics. In a few patients, such tics can include inappropriate words and phrases.

The disorder is named for Dr. Georges Gilles de la Tourette, a French neurologist who first described an 86-year-old French noblewoman with the condition in 1885. The symptoms of TS generally appear before the individual is 18 years old (some authorities say before 15 years of age).

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• EEG Biofeedback Training for Tourette Syndrome

  http://www.eegspectrum.com/Applications/Tourette/
  Disorder Brief provided by EEG Spectrum. Clinical observations on the effectiveness of EEG biofeedback training as an adjunct modality for remediating the symptoms of Tourette syndrome.

• KidsHealth: Tourette Syndrome

  http://www.kidshealth.org/parent/medical/brain/tourette.html
  Information about the symptoms of TS and how to get help for children.

• KidsHealth: What is Tourettes Syndrome

  http://www.kidshealth.org/teen/diseases_conditions/brain_nervous/tourette.html
  A teen's guide to TS, who gets it, what doctors do, and how to manage living with the condition.

• Life's A Twitch

  http://www.lifesatwitch.com/
  A clinical psychologist with the disorder presents his educational writings, talks, and a documentary. Includes sections for patients, families and clinicians.

• National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke: Tourette Syndrome Fact Sheet

  http://www.ninds.nih.gov/disorders/tourette/tourette.htm
  Includes definitions, possible causes, treatments, and research.

• National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD) - Tourette Syndrome

  http://www.rarediseases.org/search/rdbdetail_abstract.html?disname=Tourette+Syndrome
  Provides information, referrals to patient organizations, research grants and fellowships, advocacy, and medication assistance programs.

• Neuroscience for Kids - Tourette Syndrome

  http://faculty.washington.edu/chudler/ts.html
  Provides definition, descriptions, facts, a list of famous people with TS, a short quiz, and resources.

• NHS Choices: Tourette's Syndrome

  http://www.nhs.uk/conditions/Tourette-syndrome/
  Provides information on this condition that causes physical and verbal tics. Includes a short video and details of symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and complications.

• Planet Tic

  http://www.planettic.com/
  Resources for students, parents, and teachers. Includes “ask an expert” bulletin boards, classroom strategies, educational games, and videos. [English and Spanish]

• The Facts About Tourette Syndrome

  http://members.tripod.com/~tourette13/
  Basic information about Tourette's Syndrome. Includes a list of symptoms classified as either simple or complex.

• Tourette Syndrome - Now What?

  http://tourettenowwhat.tripod.com/
  Information about the optimistic prognosis for most persons newly-diagnosed with TS. Provides articles, FAQs, definitions, and tips on finding a doctor, as well as a message board.

• Tourette Syndrome - One Day at a Time

  http://www.angelfire.com/ok/onedayatatime/
  Basic information about Tourette Syndrome, myths, educational tips, diagnostic guidelines, and one family's personal story of how they take it One Day at a Time.

• Tourette Syndrome Plus

  http://www.tourettesyndrome.net/
  Information and resources on TS, OCD, ADD, and other neurobehavioral disorders. Special sections on advocacy and parent education, conferences, glossaries, medications, camps, and media coverage of TS.

• Tourette Syndrome Support in the UK

  http://www.cwgsy.net/community/tosy/
  Providing information about services and support for TS in the UK. Includes Discussion Forum and Chat Room.

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