Education/School Archives - Page 8 of 10 - Tourette Association of America

Before working with the student, the aide/paraprofessional should be provided information regarding Tourette Syndrome (TS) and be educated on how specific symptoms of TS and related disorders affect the student. This article provides strategies for developing a trusting and healthy relationship.

May 10, 2016

Handwriting Issues

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Dysgraphia, or written language deficits, is a common issue for students with Tourette Syndrome (TS). This interferes with and sometimes prevents them from being able to transfer thoughts into writing.

May 10, 2016

Anxiety Management in the Classroom

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A significant percentage of school-aged children with Tourette also have accompanying worry and anxiety. They may worry or feel self-conscious about their peers noticing their tics. They may be concerned about being accepted and fitting in socially. In addition to a diagnosis of Tourette or Tic Disorder, they may also have an Anxiety Disorder diagnosis, such as Social Anxiety, Separation Anxiety or Generalized Anxiety Disorder. Along with monitoring and treatment by medical professionals, teachers and school professionals can offer assistance to the child to help him manage his anxiety over the course of the school day. Helping students to face stressors rather than avoid them altogether, and experience success while taking small, manageable steps, will build their confidence so they can handle stressful situations. Various strategies offered in this article.

May 10, 2016

Tics in the Classroom: An Educator’s Guide

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Strategies for teachers to help children with Tourette manage tics in the classroom. Various tips and strategies are offered in this article.

May 10, 2016

Classroom Strategies and Techniques for Students with Tourette Syndrome

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How to manage Tics in the classroom, Knowledge and understanding are key elements to creating an accepting and supportive educational environment. When school personnel have information about Tourette Syndrome (TS), students have greater opportunities for success. This resource, while not all-inclusive, provides strategies that will help you develop compassionate and effective supports.

May 10, 2016

Understanding Complex Behavior Issues: Tourette is More than Tics

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Tourette Syndrome (TS) and its related disorders can manifest as behaviors that often appear to be purposefully disruptive, attention seeking or manipulative. Therefore, it is not unusual to misinterpret these neurological symptoms of the disorder as behavioral problems.

May 10, 2016

Red Flags: Identifying Common Education Difficulties with TS

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Educators and families should be aware of common challenges that impact school performance among children with TS. Sometimes these challenges are misunderstood or thought of as ‘purposeful behaviors’ that are not related to TS, or other related conditions. These challenges often become a larger issue in middle and high school than in elementary school. A common, yet highly unrecognized, reason, is that a student’s intellectual abilities can disguise symptoms in elementary school, while in higher grades, symptoms begin to interfere with demonstrating intellectual abilities. Additionally, students often put more energy into suppressing and/or masking symptoms due to social acceptance.

May 6, 2016

Receiving a Diagnosis of Tourette Syndrome

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Receiving a diagnosis of Tourette Syndrome can be a difficult and uncertain time, and families can have many questions about TS, such as how to find the right treatment, and how to tell others about living with TS. This article is intended for parents of children with TS and anyone who wants to know more about TS. Readers will learn about: · TS and its characteristics. · Why it is important and how to educate your child, family and friends, school staff, and others about TS. · Available behavioral treatments and medicines, and how to find health care professionals who are knowledgeable about treating TS.

May 6, 2016

Social Functioning in Tourette Syndrome

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Many people with Tourette Syndrome (TS) often struggle with social functioning when they have tics and other co-occurring conditions such as ADHD or anxiety. Motor and vocal tics may seem strange and disruptive to someone who is not aware or does not understand the range of TS symptoms. The term “social functioning” relates to how well someone does in social settings and their ability to get along with people and make and keep friends. Children with TS may lack social self-esteem and are often bullied because of a lack of social acceptability, particularly around middle school age. This article has information to help clinicians and other professionals who work with children with TS. It discusses: · Developing friendships and adjusting to social settings. · Enhancing quality of life by addressing the underlying reasons for peers’ perceptions as well as self-perception. · Establishing an individual’s strengths and weaknesses to determine the appropriate interventions.

May 6, 2016

Youth Ambassador Personal Stories

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Real-life personal stories from the Tourette Association's class of 2016 Youth Ambassadors. Kids between the ages of 9 and 18 tell what it's like to live with Tourette.

For Myself

For Someone I Know

Through My Profession