Associated Disorders

Written By Justin Vermaak

Lucky for us, Tourette’s usually likes to be diagnosed with one or multiple friends:

 

Attention Deficit (Hyperactivity) Disorder - AD(H)D  

  • Inattention

  • Hyperactivity

  • Focus issues

  • Organisational problems

  • LIST GOES ON

 

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

  • Unwanted thoughts

  • Obsessions

  • Repetitive behaviours

 

Anxiety Disorders

  • Excessive worrying

  • Fear

  • Avoidance behaviours

  • Adapting issues

 

Depression

  • Persistent feelings of sadness

  • Hopelessness

  • Lost interest

  • Poor motivation

  • Low energy levels

 

Learning Disabilities

  • Dyslexia

  • Slow Processing Speeds

  • Dyscalculia

  • Dysgraphia

 

Autism Spectrum Disorder )ASD)

  • Difficulties communicating

  • Poor social interactions

  • Sensitivity to stimuli

 

Like I said, Tourette’s has A LOT of friends. At the time of my TS diagnosis I was also diagnosed with ADD, OCD, GAD (General Anxiety Disorder) and Depression (this came later). They all made my journey more interesting, as they will with yours.

Justin Vermaak
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