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Gulf Coast Tourette Syndrome Support Group Serving Pearland, Galveston, Clear Lake, Friendswood, Dickinson, Texas City, Manvel, La Marque, Santa Fe, Alvin, League City, Channelview and more. Memorial Hermann Southeast Hospital
11800 Astoria Blvd.
Next meeting: Wednesday, July 28, 2010 Learn about the Educational Impact of Tourette’s syndrome at this meeting! For children with Tourette’s syndrome, “School” often equals “Stress.” Sheryl Kadmon, Executive Director of the Tourette Syndrome Association of Texas, will discuss the educational implications of Tourette’s syndrome and how to prepare your children for maximum success, as well as how to educate their teachers about TS and accompanying disorders. Invite your family, physician, school principal, school nurses, teachers – great information for all. This is also the perfect time to pick up TS brochures and packets to hand out. These meetings are open to anyone interested in learning about TS. Teachers, therapists, physicians, families, TS children and siblings are all welcome! Please RSVP so we can bring the right amount of supplies and treats! If you have any questions, email or call Patti at: 281-433-4108 patti248@hotmail.com Upcoming TSA of Texas events:
Thursday, July 15 Summer Pool Party We’ve rented the whole facility of the Cinco Ranch Water Park just for TSA of Texas! More information soon! RSVPs will be required. Do not miss the party – Send your name to TouretteTexas@aol.com to get further details.
October 18, 2010 16th Annual Tee-Off for Tourette charity Golf Tournament Players, teams, sponsors, silent auction items are all needed. Contact darbar4@comcast,.net for more information.
More information on these events and others may be obtained on our web site at www.TouretteTexas.org. Visit us on Facebook. Tourette’s syndrome, or TS, is a neurological disorder characterized by motor and vocal tics. Symptoms begin in childhood and cause those affected to make movements and noises they cannot control. While not life-threatening, TS is nonetheless often painful, disruptive and isolating. Many children with TS also have associated conditions such as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, and/or learning disabilities. While it is believed to be genetic, the exact cause of the symptoms is still unknown. Studies indicate approximately 1 in every 100 school age boys and 1 in every 300-400 school age girls may be afflicted with Tourette’s. Although T.S. symptoms may decrease with age, adults may have T.S. also. The views and recommendations expressed by speaker(s) at these support group meetings are not necessarily endorsed or promoted by the TSA of Texas or The Tourette Syndrome Association. The speaker’s views are provided for your information only.
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