Tourette's Syndrome (cont.)
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Norberto Alvarez, MD
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Melissa Conrad Stöppler, MD, Chief Medical EditorMelissa Conrad Stöppler, MD, is a U.S. board-certified Anatomic Pathologist with subspecialty training in the fields of Experimental and Molecular Pathology. Dr. Stöppler's educational background includes a BA with Highest Distinction from the University of Virginia and an MD from the University of North Carolina. She completed residency training in Anatomic Pathology at Georgetown University followed by subspecialty fellowship training in molecular diagnostics and experimental pathology. IN THIS ARTICLE
Support Groups and CounselingParticipation in support groups can be extremely helpful for families and individuals with Tourette's syndrome. When associated symptoms such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, depression, or aggression occur, it is important to receive appropriate support services which include counseling to reduce stress and anxiety, as well as mental health services. The National Institute of Mental Health has a web site to help with access to mental health services which is Mental Health Services Locator. The national Tourette's Syndrome Association has chapters in most of the 50 states and also links internationally. For individuals with associated Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder the web site for CHADD. Next Page: Must Read Articles Related to Tourette's Syndrome
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Tourette syndrome (TS) is a childhood neuropsychiatric disorder characterized by motor and phonic (vocal) tics.
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