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!

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...

06/13/2021

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!

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