TOURETTE SYNDROME (TS) is an inherited neurobiological disorder that has no known cure. It is characterized in involuntary body twitching and vocal tics. It is estimated that over 200,000 Americans have this disorder with over one million more who exhibit some symptoms and millions more manifesting associated conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the most common symptoms? Is obscene language a typical symptom? How is it treated? To learn more about Tourette Syndrome, we have answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about the condition, as provided by the Tourette Syndrome Association, Inc.

New York Governor George Pataki has declared Tourette Syndrome Awareness Month, from May 15th to June 15th. We have provided samples of press releases of that momentous occasion.

People with Tourette Syndrome have grown to lead full and productive lives. Examples of such success stories include baseball player Jim Eisenreich, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and many, many more.

Information about books and other media about TS, which can be bought from Amazon.com. Books include "Icy Sparks" by Gwyn Hyman Rubio and movies include the "Tic Code" by Michael Wolff and Polly Draper.

In cyberspace there many references that may provide similar and additional information about TS, including the National Tourette Syndrome Association, as well as theatre references like the Genisius Guild.

A Tribute to P.S. 59

June Rachelson-Ospa gives a speech in tribute to the loving and supportive staff and teachers of P.S. 59 - the school where "Welcome to Tourettaville" was born and nurtured.