TOURETTE’S AUSTRALIA
Empowering Lives. Championing Acceptance.
We are dedicated to supporting individuals and families affected by Tourette syndrome through community connection, educational resources, and advocacy for a more inclusive world.
Key Statistics
TS affects approximately 1 in 100 (1%) school-aged children in Australia
An estimated 50,000 Australian children and adults live with a lifelong tic-related condition, most commonly Tourette syndrome
1 in 2 children (47%) and 71% of adults living with tic disorders in Australia have contemplated suicide.
90% of individuals living with TS in Australia experience at least one co-occurring mental health or neurodevelopmental condition.
Just Diagnosed? A Guide for Parents
1 in 4 Australians waited more than 2 years to receive an accurate tic disorder diagnosis
3 out of 4 (75%) applications for National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) funding made by individuals with tic disorders were declined.
Find out more by reading the IMPACT study here
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