Thank you for visiting the TAA to learn more about Tourette Syndrome and other Tic Disorders and to help us raise awareness all year long, and especially during Tourette Syndrome Awareness Month which occurs from May 15 to June 15. On this page, you’ll find tons of information about resources, tools, events, and more that you can use to advance TS and Tic Disorder awareness.
Tourette Syndrome (TS) is part of a spectrum of hereditary, childhood-onset, neurodevelopmental conditions referred to as Tic Disorders. These conditions affect both children and adults, and cause sudden, uncontrollable movements and/or sounds called tics. TS and tics can be emotionally, physically, and socially debilitating. Learn more about TS and other Tic Disorders, here.
This year, the TAA needs your help to show the public exactly why we need widespread awareness, and what a different world it would be #IfTheyReallyKnewTS. Learn more about how to participate in this social media campaign.
Sharing your lived experience with TS or another Tic Disorder in your own words is valuable and helps others feel less alone and more understood. Not only does the world need to hear your story, our community wants to hear from you, too. Read stories from others in the TS and Tic Disorder community and submit your own on MyTourette.
Submit a Take Action Letter, which is a pre-populated virtual letter that helps you advocate for the most pressing public policy issues that impact our community.
Do you want to proclaim a local day for Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorder Awareness in your community? Are there landmarks in your community with a lighting program? Talk to your local officials to find out the options in your area. Let us know if you’d like our help on a specific project.
Contact your local media outlets to spread the word. Let us know if you have a specific story or event that you’d like our help to share.
There are so many ways to get involved and receive support locally. Find and join a TAA Chapter or Support Group in your area.
Get creative and post pictures wearing teal on social media, then tag us, and we may reshare! Don’t forget to grab some awesome new Tourette Syndrome Awareness Merch to show off your teal in style.
Register for FREE to attend TIC-CON25, the world’s largest conference focused on Tourette Syndrome and other Tic Disorders. This transformative event, happening June 20-22, brings together the community of people impacted by TS, other Tic Disorders, and associated conditions and the medical providers, researchers, and educators who support them.
This conference is the perfect weekend for learning, connection, and fun. You’ll gain new skills, explore new research and treatment options, and make friends that will last a lifetime.
Be part of something bigger this Tourette Syndrome Awareness Month! Whether it’s virtually or in person, join a Walk/Run that raises awareness and funds for the TS and Tic Disorder community.
Your local community needs you to step up for those impacted by tics – learn more by emailing TAA Manager of Development & Special Events, Britney Wolf, at britney.wolf@tourette.org or register for a volunteer-led event that is already planned in your area. If you can’t make it or don’t see an event listed in your area, you can participate virtually by selecting the “Virtually from where I live” option when you register!
This nationwide campaign unites our community, empowering supporters from coast to coast to raise awareness and vital funds. Find creative avenues to help us expand our reach and continue providing support for everyone impacted by TS and other Tic Disorders. Let’s turn the country teal one fundraiser at a time!
Each day, members of our community face stigma, exclusion, and even dangerous situations because the public isn’t aware of what it truly means to live with Tourette Syndrome and other Tic Disorders. If they really knew TS, the public would treat our community members with the respect, acceptance, and understanding they deserve. Participating is easy, and we’ve put together a resource page to help you that includes an example video, example stories, and more.
Feel free to download the graphics below to share across your social media accounts. Right click to save a graphic to your computer or press and hold to save a graphic to your phone, then share it on social media. Don’t forget to tag us!
The TAA could not lead any of the awareness efforts you find on this page without your support. As the only national organization focused solely on supporting people with TS or another Tic Disorder, we need your help.
