Evidence Base: Tourette Syndrome is an inherited, neurological condition, the key features of which are tics, involuntary and uncontrollable sounds and movements. TS is a complex condition and a large number of people with the condition will also experience co-occurring features and conditions.
Objective: Parents and carers will have a better understanding of what Tourette Syndrome is. They will be given strategies to enable them to better support their children and young people.
Workshop content:
- What is Tourette syndrome?
- What are the signs of Tourette Syndrome?
- What are the causes of Tourette Syndrome?
- What are the steps to getting a diagnosis of Tourette Syndrome?
- What are the different treatments for Tourette Syndrome?
- Frequently asked questions
Learning Outcomes:
- Understand what Tourette syndrome is and the causes.
- Have knowledge of how Tourettes syndrome presents.
- Understand the process of getting a diagnosis.
- Know some of the different treatments for Tourette Syndrome.
