| Description |
ix, 169 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm |
| Series |
The facts series |
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The facts |
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Facts (Oxford, England)
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Facts
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| Contents |
1. Introducing three cases -- 2. What is Tourette syndrome? -- 3. How common is Tourette syndrome? -- 4. How is the diagnosis made? -- 5. What other disorders can be mistaken for Tourette syndrome? -- 6. Can people with Tourette syndrome also develop other conditions? -- 7. Will I have Tourette syndrome for ever? -- 8. Coping with the news of a diagnosis of Tourette syndrome -- 9. Is there more than one type of Tourette syndrome? -- 10. What causes Tourette syndrome? -- 11. Which therapies are most useful for Tourette syndrome? -- 12. Education, employment, and empowerment -- 13. Famous or successful people who have had Tourette syndrome -- App. 1. An introductory card -- App. 2. Bibliography -- App. 3. Tourette syndrome international contacts and associations -- App. 4. Feedback Form and Fact Sheet -- App. 5. School letter |
| Summary |
"Tourette Syndrome: The Facts explains the causes of the syndrome, how it is diagnosed, and how to cope if you or a relative has been recently diagnosed. It provides information on the treatment and therapies that are available, and advice on how individuals can manage their symptoms. It clearly explains the different presentations that can affect individuals, covering a spectrum from very mild to more uncommon, severe forms of TS, and also discusses disorders that can be mistaken for TS." "This second edition also contains new chapters focusing on 'education, employment, empowerment' and famous and successful people who have achieved their goals despite their diagnosis." "Essential reading for Tourette sufferers, their relatives, and friends, Tourette Syndrome: The Facts will also be of use to clinicians, GPs, schoolteachers, and anyone seeking an accessible introduction to the disorder."--BOOK JACKET |
| Notes |
Formerly CIP. Uk |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 129-142) and index |
| Subject |
Tourette syndrome.
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Tourette Syndrome.
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| Author |
Cavanna, Andrea E.
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| LC no. |
2008028857 |
| ISBN |
9780199298198 |
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019929819X |
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