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CBIT Therapy for Tic disorders and tourette's
Tics are purposeless involuntary and repetitive movements and vocalizations. Some people just have motor (movement) tics and some people just have vocal (sound) tics. The frequency and intensity varies from person to person, day to day, and over periods of time. Provisional Tic Disorder, previously know as Transient Tic Disorder, is common in young children and is defined as motor or vocal tics occurring for less than one year.
People with motor or vocal tics lasting for more than one year are often given the diagnosis of Tourette Syndrome, aka Tourette's, Tourette Disorder, or TS. These conditions are neurologically based. They are not the same thing as so called TikTokTics, which is an emotional disorder related to extreme anxiety combined with watching social media with misleading tic content.
Many people who have tic disorders and Tourette's also have concerns related to anxiety, depression, Autism, OCD, ADHD, and executive functioning. Tics are often misunderstood and lead to frustration, embarrassment, physical pain, bullying, and even suicidal tendencies. In addition, tics are often misrepresented in television, film, and social media. Tics are never fun or a source of humor for people with this condition and it is inappropriate to laugh or make fun of tics.
People with tics also are known to be very bright and to have many extraordinary skills in areas including math, music, art, science, sports, medicine, and education. In fact, people with tics are often very driven to succeed and live highly productive and meaningful lives. People with tics also tend to become very clever in how they manage their situation and are extremely empathetic to others.
A motor-sensory based intervention called Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention for Tics (CBIT) has been proven to help many children and adults manage their tics. CBIT Therapy's clinical director became certified in CBIT in response to having a child with a severe case of Tourette Syndrome. Training was done in Canada, and clinical mastery was achieved in the Boston area. This practice is affiliated with the Tourette Association of America and provides CBIT therapy via telehealth through out Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Vermont.
REsources
Social Story about Tourette's
Social Story about Tourette's
Social Story about Tourette's
Explaining CBIT, tics, and Tourette's to a child and their friends is easier with the help of a social story.
Explaining TS to others
Social Story about Tourette's
Social Story about Tourette's
Learn strategies to educate others about tics and Tourette's in a quick and effective way. Prepare an elevator pitch, email, text, or put your message on a business card. You can also click here for the TAA "I have TS" card.
Support Groups
Social Story about Tourette's
School Accommodations
Join with others who have Tourette Syndrome and other tic disorders to start making connections and new friends. Learn about CBIT, camps, social events and more resources on tics. Click here to contact a local chapter in Boston and other cities across America.
School Accommodations
School Accommodations
School Accommodations
Many strategies and accommodations are useful for a student with tics and conditions co-occurring with Tourette's. Learn more by contacting CBIT Therapy or the Tourette Association of America.
Work Accommodations
School Accommodations
Work Accommodations
Know your rights. Reach out to the Job Accommodation Network (JAN) for free and confidential guidance on how to manage tics and other symptoms related to Tourette's and / or FND while on the job and when seeking new work. Your skills are needed and valuable.
CBIT Therapy
School Accommodations
Work Accommodations
Our name says it all. We specialize in CBIT therapy and are passionate about supporting our patients and their families. Contact us for a free phone consultation.