Tourette's Syndrome is a condition characterised by a combination of involuntary twitches and noises. It usually starts in childhood and is likely to persist throughout life.
Schools can support children with Tourette's and related conditions through their special needs support system.
The Tourette's Syndrome (UK) Association
www.tsa.org.uk
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- Tourette's Syndrome (73k)
- School action - getting extra help in school (56k)
- School action plus - getting specialist help in school (56k)
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