My son who is 13 has been having storms which resulted in an injury happening at school, is this normal for TS and the co-morbid syndromes ?

[lilybilly]

[scorpiodog]

i am 41 and need supervision now as i have always come to harm due to co morbs

i have found ways to avoid harm now and it includes telling someone mainly my partner whenas soon as i recognise danger, avoidance and removal of certain things in the house

[scorpiodog]

i have written a couple of bloggs that a few people have found helpfull

Tourettes and the dark side of the moon

intrusive thoughts to self harm

they are linked to my acc on here hope this helps

[scorpiodog]

forgot to add i did end up comimg to harm a lot as a youngster also and after speaking to other people like myself im not the only one

we act what other percieve as being wreckless with no fear of the consequences

[Seonaid Tourettes Action]

Hi there

I am so sorry to hear of your difficulties – there is quite a lot of advice on the Tourettes Action website and I would direct you to the following pages:

Managing Tourette Syndrome and associated conditions

tourettes-action.org.uk/74-...

You might find the resource library useful too, here is one of the titles which may be helpful:

Anger management games for children

Deborah M Plummer (2008)

This practical handbook helps adults to understand, manage and reflect constructively on children's anger. Featuring a wealth of familiar and easy-to-learn game, it is designed to foster successful anger management strategies for children aged 5-12.This book covers the theory behind the games in accessible language, and includes a broad range of enjoyable activities: active and passive, verbal and non-verbal, and for different sized groups. The games address issues that might arise in age-specific situations such as sharing a toy or facing peer pressure. They also encourage children to approach their emotions as a way to facilitate personal growth and healthy relationships. This is an ideal resource for teachers, parents, carers and all those working with anger management in children.

Find the book online.

Over 85 per cent of people with TS experience a range of associated symptoms which are not always as noticeable as physical and vocal tics. These ‘hidden’ features of TS are sometimes the most challenging aspects of the condition for people.

We have a factsheet about anger written by Tara Murphy who works at Great Ormond Street Hospital

I hope this is helpful and remember you can always call our helpline too: 0300 777 8427

Best wishes

Seonaid

Research Manager