Author: Vicky Harris-Little
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Beyond the Tics: Understanding Tourette Syndrome
Tourette Syndrome (TS) is an often misunderstood condition. It is a complex neurological disorder that is characterised by tics – sudden, repetitive involuntary movements or vocal sounds – that mostly begin in early childhood and peak between the ages of 8 – 12 years old. Studies show that approximately 0.5 – 1% of the population…