Northern Ohio Tourette Syndrome Support Group

11/23/2021

Adults with Tourette Syndrome, and other neurodiverse conditions, face various challenges when it comes to gaining employment, from resume building to interviews to working toward landing their dream job. The Tourette Association of America, in partnership with Oracle, has launched a Mock Interview Series to provide adults in our community with the resources and tools needed to thrive in the workplace.

The mock interview series will take place on Thursday, December 2 from 1:30-3:30 pm EST. This is an opportunity to practice interviewing skills without the pressure to perform, which encourages confidence building and focuses on areas of improvement. The session will be facilitated by seasoned, professional recruiters and hiring managers from Oracle.

Mock interviews are open to people aged 16 and older who are interested in practicing for job and/or college admissions interviews. Each interview will be 30 minutes in length. Please note that there are a limited number of spots available per time slot, so register today!

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The Tourette Association of America (TAA) is committed to providing adults impacted by Tourette Syndrome, Tic Disorders, and related disabilities with tools needed to thrive in the workplace and propel careers forward. 83 percent of people living with Tourette Syndrome have at least one co-occurring...

06/21/2021

06/13/2021

There is so much more to than people may realize. Visit tourette.org/cooccurring-conditions to learn about the most common conditions associated with TS.

06/10/2021

🎯 Join TAAMAC & Dr. Joseph McGuire from John’s Hopkins University tomorrow Night @ 7pm est 🎯

Zoom Link: bit.ly/LifeBeyondTics_Zoom

— with Jeannine Shelby and 11 others at Tourette Association of America Mid-Atlantic Chapter.

06/08/2021

We’ve all heard it all before…
The punchline from the comedian.
The quip from the politician.
The excuse for someone’s bad behavior.
The slur of an insult.
But what people fail to understand is that they aren’t funny.
The media portrays Tourette Syndrome as a joke; it’s anything but.

Tourette Syndrome can be physically painful, emotionally draining, and even more so- isolating.

It comes with a suitcase of unwanted articles including ADHD, depression, and OCD; making daily living anything but simple.

But do you want to know a secret of what it really is?

It’s the determination from the 7-year-old to focus on an assignment at school even though his hand won’t stop ticcing.

It’s the bravery of the 16-year-old with a shoulder-shrugging tic who’s taking her driving test for the first time.

It’s the strength of a mother who is confused and scared as her child has just been diagnosed.

It’s the candor of a 45-year-old who has just been overlooked for his dream job, or worse – recently let go, because of TS.

But above all-it’s the perseverance of every child, teen, and adult who lives with TS on a daily basis.

So the next time Tourette Syndrome is used as a punchline, a quip, or a slur, please don’t laugh. Don’t share it. But instead, remember that there are real people behind the joke who may set them back. 💙💙💙

In honor of , please copy and share this story if your family’s journey has been similar. Feel free to add your own photo!

06/03/2021

https://tourette.org/tourette-syndrome-and-the-covid-19-vaccine-ask-the-expert/?emci=434a7870-e9c2-eb11-a7ad-501ac57b8fa7&emdi=8f594de2-e3c3-eb11-a7ad-501ac57b8fa7&ceid=6060331

The Coronavirus pandemic has led to one of the most challenging years many of us have ever experienced. As the world begins to safely reopen, there are a number of questions regarding the COVID-19 vaccines. Join Dr. Michael Okun, Chair of Neurology and Executive Director of the Norman Fixel Institut...

06/02/2021

“The room is quiet,
As is everyone here,
We try so hard to fight it,
But only achieve fear,

The longer we fight,
The more the urge stirs,
The battle goes on day and night,
Why must I shout these words?

Not only this,
But uncontrollable movement,
Including kicks and hits,
But I am only human.

We may sound like broken cassettes,
So I’m here as an awareness courier,
I have Tourette's,
and I am a Warrior.” - Clara Foertsch

06/02/2021

Have you ever had a question about homeschooling? Join the Tourette Association of America on Thursday, June 17 at 7pm EST to discuss why families choose to homeschool as well as the benefits, myths, and a parent’s perspective on the topic. Visit tourette.org/homeschool to register!

Are you thinking about starting to homeschool? Are you generally interested in learning more about homeschooling? Join the Tourette Association of America and Gina Schlicksup, founder of Parent Empowerment Groups, on Thursday, June 17 at 7pm EST as she provides information on the topic.

06/02/2021

‼️ Help make a difference for the and Tic Disorder community‼️

Participate in free webinars and programming hosted by the Tourette Association of America, download resources from our library to distribute within your local community, or make a gift to support our efforts.

Visit tourette.org to get started today!

05/29/2021

“Educators and families should be aware of common challenges or “red flags” that impact school performance among children with .

Sometimes these challenges are misunderstood or thought of as ‘purposeful behaviors’ that are not related to or other related conditions. To learn more, visit tourette.org/red-flags.”

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 ...

05/18/2021

05/18/2021

Taking part in Miles for Tourette is as easy as getting up and getting active! Fun activities include dog walking, throwing a frisbee, jump roping, bike riding, running, swimming, and taking part in the TicFit Workout Series. Whatever you choose to do, don't forget to take photos and tell us about it! Use the hashtags , , and for a chance to be featured on the TAA’s social media!

https://www.teamtourette.org/races/national-awareness-5k

Get out and get active however you'd like in support of the Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorder community.

03/31/2021

The Tourette Association of America is excited to host our second annual Virtual Conference on May 14 – 16, 2021. This three-day free event focuses on Working Together and Living Better, providing numerous web-based educational sessions for the Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorder community to learn, engage and connect with each other.

https://www.touretteconference.org/?emci=9f9a16f7-f48b-eb11-85aa-00155d43c992&emdi=2ad46be7-a88d-eb11-85aa-00155d43c992&ceid=6060331

FRIDAY
11:00am EST: Research Symposium*
11:00am EST: Newly Diagnosed Seminar
4:00pm EST: The Present and Future of Therapeutics in TS*
5:00pm EST: Expressing TS Through Art
6:00pm EST: Parents with TS Support Group
7:00pm EST: Self Esteem - My Life With Tourette
8:00pm EST: Conference Launch

SATURDAY
11:00am EST: Keynote - Ross Greene
12:00pm EST: Tourettic OCD: Exploring the Tourette/OCD Interface CE*
12:00pm EST: Understanding Oppositional Behavior
12:00pm EST: OCD & ADHD with TS
1:30pm EST: Finding the Superhero Within: Your Amazing Basal Ganglia!
2:00pm EST: Emotional Overload: Understanding Non-Tic Behaviors in Tourette Syndrome*
2:00pm EST: Integrating Creative Strategies to Enhance CBIT Treatment Engagement*
3:00pm EST: Let's Put the Tics in TikTok: How to be a TS Advocate in the Digital Age
4:00pm EST: Translating Evidence-based Interventions into Clinical Practice*
4:00pm EST: Tourette Syndrome and Young Children
5:00pm EST: Parenting Your Superhero: Parent Support Group
6:00pm EST: Tourette 101 for the Community Practitioner*
6:00pm EST: What Am I Missing? IEP/504 Plan Process Simplified
8:00pm EST: Musical Performance

SUNDAY
11:00am EST: Raising Tourettes: A Family Perspective for Educators*
11:00am EST: Dealing with Employment
11:00am EST: Taking Tourette to Middle School - For Children
12:30pm EST: The Big Sad
12:30pm EST: Taking Tourette to Middle School - For Parents
1:00pm EST: Tourette & Law Enforcement
1:00pm EST: Handwriting Deficits in children with Tic Disorders*
1:30pm EST: Developing & Maintaining Friendships
2:30pm EST: Ask the Youth Ambassador Burning Questions
3:00pm EST: Classroom Strategies and Accommodations*
3:00pm EST: The Diverse Experience of Living with Tourette Syndrome
4:00pm EST: UptoMe: A Tool for Self-Advocacy
5:00pm EST: Taking Control: Daily Strategies
5:00pm EST: Instructional Teaching Strategies to Support Students with Tourette Syndrome

The Tourette Association of America is hosting the 2021 Virtual Conference for the Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorder community on May 14 – 16, 2021. Focusing on Working Together and Living Better, the three-day event will offer a comprehensive Research Symposium, a Newly Diagnosed Seminar and ove...

03/16/2021

Thanks to the contest participants’ creativity and the community’s input, has a new t-shirt design for 2021! The top design choice was “Got Tics? No stigma. No judgments.” This design will be featured at every Team Tourette event this year! Winner Olivia, a Tourette Association of America Youth Ambassador from Gainesville, Virginia, shares the inspiration behind the design below:

“I decided to use ‘Got tics?’ because it covers not only but also other Tic Disorders. I also found it catchy and fun. The TAA creates a safe community for people like me to be themselves and not have to worry about being judged. That’s why I found it fitting to include the phrases ‘no stigma’ and ‘no judgment’ on a Team Tourette t-shirt.” – Olivia

03/14/2021

Recently, I met a smart and sweet young lady named Dakota. In addition to being one of Ohio’s TAA youth ambassadors, Dakota is a beekeeper and makes her own lip balm. She has named her product Tic'd Off for a fun way to raise awareness for Tic Disorders and Tourette Syndrome. Below is a link to her Etsy shop.

https://www.etsy.com/shop/TicdOff

You searched for: TicdOff! Discover the unique items that TicdOff creates. At Etsy, we pride ourselves on our global community of sellers. Each Etsy seller helps contribute to a global marketplace of creative goods. By supporting TicdOff, you’re supporting a small business, and, in turn, Etsy!

03/11/2021

Educators working in the classroom and school setting can make a resounding difference in the success, and happiness, of a student with .

On Wednesday, March 24 at 7pm EST, join Jen Stenger, Ph.D., an educator with more than 20 years' experience and Tourette Association of America Education Advisory Board Member, for a webinar focusing on classroom strategies and accommodations for students with and Tic Disorders. Visit tourette.org/education-professional-series to learn more and register for the webinar*!

*In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by Amedco LLC and Tourette Association of America, Inc. (TOU). Amedco LLC is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

03/08/2021

The Tourette Association of America is looking for your feedback. Please answer the following questions and E-mail your responses to [email protected] CC [email protected].
1. What do you think the TAA does particularly well?
2. What do you feel we could do better?
3. What do you believe are the top 5 things the TAA must deliver to the community over the next 5 years?
4. What is your ideal vision for our support group and its function in 5 years?
5. If you had your druthers, what would the TAA look like as a national organization?

02/28/2021

Advocacy Day is March 3rd! Please take a moment to send a letter to your Member of Congress and Senators by filling out this quick form.

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Take action by reaching out to your local representatives today to advocate for the most pressing issues facing the Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorder community.