Tourette Syndrome Association of Australia
Welcome to the Website of the Tourette Syndrome Association of Australia Inc.
Tourette Syndrome, (TS), is a neurological disorder characterised by involuntary, irresistible body movements and vocalizations. It is complex and individual in its effect seeWhat is Tourette Syndrome? for a more detailed description.
People with TS seek understanding and acceptance. This website is designed to educate and inform those wishing to know more about this complex disorder.
_____________________________________
TSAA 20th Anniversary Conference 2009
Late registrations accepted!
Launceston October 24th - Click HERE for details.
Click HERE to Register online now!
or Click HERE to download a registration form.
Click HERE to Pay online now!
_____________________________________
SYDNEY CITY TO SURF
Sunday - August 9th 2009
Everyone who participates in the run/walk will receive a free Tourettes tics me off! t-shirt to wear during the race.
Join team TSAA and support us!
How to Enter
You will need to complete the City to Surf application forms to enter and nominate Tourette Syndrome Association (TSAA) as your team.
Go to: www.city2surf.com.au and register online
Or call 1800 555 514 or email city2surf@fairfax.com.au and request an entry form be sent to you.
JOIN our team: TSAA to be part of our fundraiser!
We are in the 'back-of-the-pack' start group but you can enter any category and still be in our team.
To nominate TSAA as your sponsorship recipient with Everyday Hero click on the link when registering and either create your own Everyday Hero page
OR Join ours (TSAA members only).
city2surf.everydayhero.com.au/tsaa2009
To join our Hero page email info@tourette.org.au to access the password.
If you would like to run/walk with us on the day please email tourette@unwired.com.au
and we will let you know the meeting point details.
_____________________________________
NEW RESOURCES Available NOW - Check out our updated publications list on the website to see whats new.
_____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ Tourette Syndrome Awareness Week - May 4th-10th 2008 featured our First ever National Ad campaign launch. Preview our Radio ads Preview our Television ads HERE! _____________________________________ Want to Join TSAA? Renew Your Membership? Click HERE _____________________________________ Like to make a Donation to the _____________________________________ TSAA Brochures are available in Arabic, Vietnamese & Chinese. Click on a link below to open and download a Brochure. _____________________________________ _____________________________________ TSAA DVD PROJECT _____________________________________ You are visitor number to our site since July 1999. Counter by WebCounter
THE FACTS - Tourette Syndrome
Second Edition
by Mary Robertson and Andrea Cavanna
Published by Oxford University Press, 2008. The first edition of 'The Facts' was published in 1998, however since then the literature on Tourette Syndrome has greatly expanded as well as the many new scientific discoveries, hence making this second edition a vital update on the latest findings surrounding Tourette Syndrome. If you thought the first edition was good, this one is even better! This book explains the causes of of the syndrome, how it is diagnosed, and how to cope if you or a a relative has been diagnosed. It also provides information on treatments and therapies available as well as advice on how individuals can manage their symptoms.
This second edition also contains new chapters focusing on education, employment and empowerment, as well as famous and successful people who have achieved their goals despite their diagnosis.
In 180 pages this practical paperback book covers EVERYTHING you need to know about TS to gain an accessible introduction to the disorder. It is suitable for families, friends, teachers, clinicians and doctors alike. "The Facts" is simply a MUST for the TS library. It debunks myths about TS and just gives you THE FACTS!
Available from TSAA now for $27 plus postage.
The Doctors Pack
Based on a peer reviewed article written by Professors Sachdev and Eapen is our new 'Doctors Pack' aimed at General Practitioners. Order one for your GP today or let them know it is available. For $20 plus postage they will receive comprehensive medical articles, a DVD, poster and brochures to explain TS.
"What Families Should Know about TS" a new book now available from our publications list!
'Coping with Tourette Syndrome' A workbook for kids with Tic Disorders' S. Buffolano, Published by Instant Help. Available now, Member price AU$25.00 (RRP AU$32.95)
40 Simple, fun activities to teach kids to; Cope with school & relate to friends; Manage behaviour in public places; Strengthen self-esteem. This practical workbook helps kids with TS, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), or attention-defecit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) understand, prepare for, and mask their tics. Kids will also learn how to best explain their tics to friends and curious strangers using humour, games or brief scripts they have prepared. The activities in this workbook address managing TS and related disorders in specific situations, such as at school, at the movies, when out to dinner, on special occasions, when visiting friends for sleepovers or parties, when taking tests, and in places of worship. After completing these exercises, kids with TS will have all the tools they need to handle their tics with confidence and grace in any situation.
HERE!
Tourette Syndrome Association of Australia?
Click HERE
Arabic - page 1
Arabic - page 2
Chinese - page 1
Chinese - page 2
Vietnamese - page 1
Vietnamese - page 1
Tourette Syndrome Book Donation Programme
I Can't Stop
Click HERE to purchase.
TSAA is currently organizing a DVD project to increase awareness of Tourette Syndrome. The project offers any school in Australia a free DVD
' What is Tourette Syndrome?'.
Contact our office (02) 9382-3726 and a DVD will be sent.
TSAA ABN 76 104 434 459 Registered Charity No CFN10232 - GST Exempt)
Helping Australians with TS since 1989