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Individuals diagnosed with TS often have an additional mental health diagnosis or behavioral condition, including: - Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). ADHD is one of the most common mental health conditions prevalent in individuals with TS. Approximately 52% of children with ADHD have also been diagnosed with TS. Impulsive behaviors, lack of attention and hyperactivity often accompany tics. - Obsessive-compulsive disorder. OCD, which includes obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors, commonly accompanies TS. The symptoms of both overlap, which increases the importance of addressing both conditions during treatment. - Anxiety. Individuals with TS often feel self-conscious and stressed when trying to manage symptoms. This may lead to an anxiety disorder, including social anxiety or a generalized anxiety disorder. - Depression. Along with anxiety, depression commonly accompanies TS and can affect the overall quality of life of an individual coping with the condition . . . Book an appointment👇 https://lnkd.in/eJ2Qv7aY #TheBrainSpace #tourettesyndromeawareness #tourettessyndrome #tic #tics #neurodiversity #ticdisorders #ManageTourettes #TicDisorderSupport #SkillsDevelopment #TourettesSupport #Mindfulness #CoachingJourney #PersonalGrowth #SelfDiscovery #BelieveInYourself

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