FOR YOUNG WITH TOURETTE´S SYNDROME

In some cases, young people affected by TS may be reluctant to join organizations, associations or groups with other people with the same pathology, it may cost them a little to break that barrier to socialize or get involved in activities that have to do with the problems and difficulties with which they are forced to face in their daily lives. 

A young person with Tourette Syndrome can stand out in several aspects, such as: Creativity, since, in some cases they have great artistic or musical abilities and this makes them able to express themselves in a unique and particular way. Empathy, the fact of battling every day with this disorder can lead them to be more understanding and supportive. Their experience also allows them to have a broader and more valuable insight into mental health and diversity issues. Resilience, because of their personal experience they can develop great strength and competence to overcome challenges.

FOR MEMBERS OF SOCIAL ENTITIES

These are volunteers, monitors, youth technicians and members of social entities (associations, NGOs…) whose main objective is to create inclusive environments and facilitate the social integration of young people with barriers. They are people who play different types of roles within their associations, such as support persons, guides, accompaniment in activities….

They are characterized by having a very proactive and empathetic attitude, as they understand the importance of having the right tools to be able to help and integrate these young people.

Although some of them have knowledge about Tourette syndrome, their level of training varies and they need the tools to acquire the skills and knowledge about how it affects young people and what are the best practices to interact with them effectively and ensure their integration in all the activities of the association.

DESCRIPTION

A set of 40 resources and materials (posters, strategies, catalogs, recommendations, videos…) for trainers, youth technicians and volunteers of organizations working with young people with Tourette Syndrome, as well as for the young people with TS themselves to facilitate the achievement of the milestones of the personalized itineraries.

RESOURCES

RESOURCE 1: SOCIAL IMPACT

RESOURCE 2: STRATEGIES TO ADDRESS AND RESOLVE CONFLICTS

RESOURCE 3: “CIGEEP” TECHNIQUE FOR CONFLICT RESOLUTION

RESOURCE 4: SELF-REGULATION AND CHALLENGING BEHAVIORS

RESOURCE 5: IMPACT ON EDUCATION

RESOURCE 6: THE IMPACT ON THE WORKPLACE

RESOURCE 7: EDUCATION

RESOURCE 8: THE IMPACT ON THE COUPLE AREA

RESOURCE 9: PRACTICAL TECHNIQUES

RESOURCE 10: SOCIAL STIGMA AND SELF-STIGMA

RESOURCE 11: CIVIC ATTITUDE

RESOURCE 12: DECALOGUE ON CREATIVITY

RESOURCE 13: COMMUNICATION

RESOURCE 14: PERMISSIBILITY OR AUTHORITARIANISM?

RESOURCE 15: IMPORTANCE OF CUSTOMS AND ROUTINES

RESOURCE 16: TENDENCY TO DENY THE PATHOLOGY

RESOURCE 17: IDENTITY CREATION GUIDELINES

RESOURCE 18: IMPULSIVITY MANAGEMENT

RESOURCE 19: EMOTIONAL IMPACT IN THE FAMILY ENVIRONMENT

RESOURCE 20: EXPERIENCE ON STRESS MANAGEMENT BY AN AFFECTED PERSON

RESOURCE 21: HOW TO DEAL WITH A STUDENT WITH (SEVERE) TOURETTE’S SYNDROME

RESOURCE 22: HOW TO DEAL WITH A COLLEAGUE WITH (SEVERE) TOURETTE’S SYNDROME

RESOURCE 23: DEALING WITH (SEVERE) TICS IN A DEMANDING ACADEMIC ENVIRONMENT

RESOURCE 24: WHY LEISURE ACTIVITIES ARE IMPORTANT

RESOURCE 25: PREVENTION OF ADDICTIVE BEHAVIORS

RESOURCE 26: THE IMPORTANCE OF GOOD SLEEP HYGIENE

RESOURCE 27: HOW TO CONVEY A MESSAGE CLEARLY AND EFFECTIVELY: KEY POINTS

RESOURCE 28: WHAT IS “EXPOSURE AND RESPONSE PREVENTION” AND WHY DOES IT WORK?

RESOURCE 29: HOW TO COPE WITH SENSORY HYPERSENSITIVITY: SIMPLE AND EFFECTIVE TIPS

RESOURCE 30: AN INSIDE LOOK AT THE IMPACT OF TOURETTE’S SYNDROME IN THE CLASSROOM

RESOURCE 31: HOW TO EXPLAIN TOURETTE SYNDROME

RESOURCE 32: MEASURES TO SAVE ENERGY, MINIMIZE RESOURCES AND PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT

RESOURCE 33: RECOMMENDATIONS TO BRIGHTEN YOUR MOOD

RESOURCE 34: RECOMMENDATIONS TO COPE WITH SADNESS

RESOURCE 35: HOW GOOD TIME MANAGEMENT AND A WELL-STRUCTURED DAILY ROUTINE HELPS YOU GET ORGANIZED

RESOURCE 36: HOW TO REDUCE STRESS AND APPEASE TICS OR EMOTIONS LIKE ANGER

RESOURCE 37: FINDING SPECIALISTS OR GUIDING YOUTH WITH TS TO THE DOCTOR

RESOURCE 38: IMPORTANT VALUES AND QUALITIES IN INTERACTING WITH PEOPLE

RESOURCE 39: RECOMMENDATIONS FOR ORGANIZING SOCIAL EVENTS

RESOURCE 40: HOW TO WORK WITH DIFFERENT DISABILITIES

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