I Have Tourette’s But Tourette’s Doesn’t Have Me (DVD)

Produced in association with the Tourette Association, this DVD presents a candid, wide-ranging look at the lives of children growing up with TS. the special demystifies and humanizes what it’s like to have TS by giving voice to children ages eight to 13 who have the disorder. The documentary features the youngsters going about their daily lives, doing all the things regular kids do. It shows that some can also have problems with impulse control, e.g., tantrums, verbal outbursts, or obsessive, unusual behaviors.

© 2005 Ellen Goosenberg Kent
Audience: Parent, Professional
Format: DVD