Tourette Syndrome (TS) is a neurological disorder characterized by tics
(rapid and sudden, recurrent, stereotyped motor movements orvocalizations that are involuntary).
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What is TS?
The faces of Tourette Syndrome
After obtaining a bachelor’s degree in psychology, I started new studies in criminology. I am really happy in that field.
Jonathan Gagnon
The main impacts on people with TS as early as age 7, is on self-esteem and how the others look at them. Because of the sounds and movements that they do involuntarily.
Éric Martel
«As early as age 5 or six, I started to have motor tics, muscular spasms in the eyes and the stomach.» Today I do not have tics anymore.
Steve Trudel
Many times, I thought to myself: “a good thing that the Association exists.” This Facebook where I can express my emotions, find support without judgement.
Suzanne Tremblay
«There is a strong need to talk about TS in a very just and specific way. People still have lots of preconceptions regarding this condition»
Diane Lemieux
The respite for mother «Répit maman» is a moment of pure bliss, relaxation, activities and rich discussions …
Malika Chamoun
After obtaining a bachelor’s degree in psychology, I started new studies in criminology. I am really happy in that field.
Jonathan Gagnon
The main impacts on people with TS as early as age 7, is on self-esteem and how the others look at them. Because of the sounds and movements that they do involuntarily.
Éric Martel
«As early as age 5 or six, I started to have motor tics, muscular spasms in the eyes and the stomach.» Today I do not have tics anymore.
Steve Trudel
Many times, I thought to myself: “a good thing that the Association exists.” This Facebook where I can express my emotions, find support without judgement.
Suzanne Tremblay
«There is a strong need to talk about TS in a very just and specific way. People still have lots of preconceptions regarding this condition»
Diane Lemieux
News
SGT Awareness Kit
As part of Tourette Syndrome Awareness Month which takes place from May 15…
Open letter I SWEAR (movie) with an enlightened look
Following the Montreal film premiere of the film I SWEAR, organized by IMMINA FILMS on April 20, 2026, the Quebec Tourette Syndrome Association (AQST), professionals…
The respite for mother «Répit maman» is a moment of pure bliss, relaxation, activities and rich discussions …
Malika Chamoun
39 ans | Montréal, QC