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Coping and support
By Mayo Clinic staffYour self-esteem may suffer as a result of Tourette syndrome. You may be embarrassed about your tics. You may hesitate to engage in social activities, such as dating or going out in public. As a result, you're at increased risk of depression and substance abuse.
If you have Tourette syndrome, here are tips for coping with your disorder:
- Remember that tics usually get better as you get older. Tics usually reach their peak in the early teens to midteens.
- Reach out to others dealing with Tourette syndrome for support and information.
Children with Tourette syndrome
School may pose special challenges for children with Tourette syndrome.
To help your child:
- Get informed. Learn as much as you can about Tourette syndrome. Talk to your doctor about any questions you have.
- Be your child's advocate. Help educate teachers, school bus drivers and others with whom your child interacts regularly.
- Find a support group. To help you cope, ask your doctor for the names of local Tourette syndrome support groups. If there aren't any, consider starting one.
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- Tourette syndrome. Genetics Home Reference. http://ghr.nlm.nih.gov/condition=tourettesyndrome/show/print. Accessed Jan. 22, 2010.
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