Tourette Scotland is a national charitable organisation. Our main aim is to support and provide information and research for people living and working with TS.
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Tourette Syndrome is a complex neurological disorder which manifests itself with involuntary bodily and vocal tics. It is not emotional in origin.
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We hold various events throughout the year including a Spring and Autumn Conference, as well as local network events, etc.
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LOCAL NETWORKS: Tourette Scotland has six local networks; Fife, Lothian & Borders, West of Scotland, East of Scotland, Highlands and Central.
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SUPPORT US: Tourette Scotland is a registered charity (SCO21851). We receive no statutary funding and rely on funding through grants, donations and fundraising.
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CONTACT US: Tourette Scotland has an office base in Perth and we are happy for you to contact us with any queries or for support and information.
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Training
We can now offer a Training Programme "An Introduction to Tourette Syndrome".
The programme can be adapted to suit all audiences although we are especially keen to target, inform and educate those in the health, education and social professions. The programme consists of a Powerpoint Presentation, Q and A Session and a Delegate Pack. A session is approximately two hours but this can be adjusted to suit your needs. There is a small cost per head + travelling expenses and overnight accommodation if necessary. The sessions are tailored to give a face to face interactive experience of Tourette Syndrome. They can consist of inservice style training, specially tailored programmes or classroom peer sessions, "circle of friends style". We adhere to GIRFEC and our training can be attributed to Continuing Personal Development points. Let us know your needs.
Please contact info@tourettescotland.org or 01738 646742 for further details and bookings.
Criminal Justice - help when challenged by police/community wardens
We have recently had several successes with overturning court cases that have been brought against people when its clearly TS behaviours that have drawn the attention of police or community wardens.
In these cases, Tourette Scotland has worked with the legal teams to explain the condition, the individuals' traits, and (as in the latest case - 'arrested for swearing, making strange movements, and spitting') can define exactly why the behaviours are not intended.
This 'intent' has to be proved, and we can argue that its not pre-meditated or meant.
If you have any incidents that need support or scrutiny, we now have a template of actions and legal advice that can assist.
Contact the National Office on help@tourettescotland.org