TSAA holds an Annual National Conference each year to disseminate the latest findings in medical, community and social support for Tourette Syndrome
These events are a rare opportunity to hear from specialist speakers, access hard-to-come-by resources and share experiences with other families and friends affected by Tourette Syndrome.
Record of Conferences:
- 2020 Virtual Conference 20 June
- 2019 Perth 22 June
- 2018 Sydney 28 July
- 2017 Canberra 13 May
- 2016 Brisbane 14 May
- 2015 Melbourne
- 2014 Sydney
- 2013 Sydney
- 2012 Sydney
- 2011 Melbourne
- 2010 Brisbane
- 2009 20 Year Anniversary Roadshow: Sydney NSW, Adelaide SA, Perth WA, Launceston Tasmania
- 2005 Brisbane
2020 TSAA National Virtual Conference
20th June 2020
Tickets on sale NOW!
Full details and to book online see below:
2019 TSAA National Conference
22nd June 2019
Perth, Western Australia
Followed by TSAA's Annual Social Day
Sunday 23rd June
We have an incredible line up of speakers offering rare access to expert knowledge and insight on Tourette Syndrome. In addition the event provides access to resources and social support with opportunities to meet others with lived experience.
TSAA needs you to share the below flyers in your community. Please share with educators, medical professionals, allied health workers and anyone you feel will benefit from this information to help us spread the word.
Book online: https://www.trybooking.com/480983
New additional speakers:
Dr Yulia Furlong
Doc of Medicine, MD (Psychiatry), GDip (University Teaching), MRCPsych, Clinical Senior Lecturer (UWA), FRANZCP
Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist, Chair of CAMHS Medication Safety, A/Head of Service for PCLP
and Dr. Elissa Sarich,
Clinical Psychologist at Perth Children's Hospital>
talking about TS and OCD and neuroscience update on TS neurocircuits
Download the following flyers for more detailed information:
More detailed information here
2018 TSAA National Conference – Sydney 28th July
*Early bird registration and payment due 31/05/2018
General registration & payment due 16/07/2018
Book online: https://www.trybooking.com/365614
We have an excellent program with specialist speakers—this is also a rare opportunity to meet others affected by Tourette Syndrome to share and discuss experiences.
29th July TSAA will host a support group picnic included in Conference ticket—Sydney venue to be advised
VENUE; Burwood RSL Club, 96 Shaftsbury Road, Burwood 2134
DATE: Saturday 28th July 2018
TIME: Registration 9.15am for 9.30am start to 4pm close of conference
REGISTRATION:
$55 TSAA Members (*Early bird $45)
$65 Non Members & Medical Professionals (*Early bird $55)
$25 12-18 years *for catering only (*Early bird $20)
Morning tea & lunch provided
Includes Conference Pack:
• Brochures “What is Tourette Syndrome?”
• Classroom strategies
• Educator’s Guide to TS
• Behavioural Problems & TS
•Certificate of Attendance & more…
NB: If you are a medical professional please note this when booking to receive the ‘Doctor’s Pack’ instead of ‘Family Pack’.
Who should attend? Educators, Medical & Allied Health Professionals, Families
(Children under 12 years will find it a long day)
2017 TSAA Conference in Canberra May 13th
This year's conference is being held in Canberra at Canberra Institute of Technology,
Room 1 and 2, 37 Constitution Ave, Reid ACT 2601.
DATE: Saturday 13th May 2017
TIME: Registration 9.15am for 9.30am start to 4pm close of conference
COST: $45 TSAA Members
$55 Non Members
$20 12-18 years
Includes Conference Pack:
• Brochures “What is Tourette Syndrome?”
• Classroom strategies
• Educator’s Guide to TS
• Behavioural Problems & TS
• Certificate of Attendance & more...
NB: If you are a medical professional please note this when booking to receive the ‘Doctor’s Pack’ instead of ‘Family Pack’.
We have an excellent program with specialist speakers—this is also a rare opportunity to meet others affected by Tourette Syndrome to share and discuss experiences.
TSAA 2017 NATIONAL CONFERENCE FLYER & REGISTRATION PDF for download below:
2017 TSAA National Conference Flyer
2017 TSAA National Conference Registration Form
Payments can be made online HERE
2016 TSAA Conference in Brisbane May 14th
This year's conference is being held in Brisbane at the Herston Campus, University of Queensland, Brisbane, QLD. Lecture room provided on booking. (Next to Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital).
Supported by the Queensland Government
DATE: Saturday 14th May 2016
TIME: Registration 9.15am for 9.30am start to 4pm close of conference
COST: $45 TSAA Members
$55 Non Members
$20 12-18 years
Includes Conference Pack:
• Brochures “What is Tourette Syndrome?”
• Classroom strategies
• Educator’s Guide to TS
• Behavioural Problems & TS
• Certificate of Attendance & more...
NB: If you are a medical professional please note this when booking to receive the ‘Doctor’s Pack’ instead of ‘Family Pack’.
We have an excellent program with specialist speakers—this is also a rare opportunity to meet others affected by Tourette Syndrome to share and discuss experiences.
TSAA 2016 NATIONAL CONFERENCE FLYER & REGISTRATION PDF for download below:
2016 TSAA National Conference Flyer and Registration Form
Payments can be made online HERE
2014 TSAA Conference Presentation Videos
Bliss Cavanagh—A Personal Perspective of TS
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZAiDyuhpbJU
Professor Perminder Sachdev—What is Tourette Syndrome? Medical Perspectives of TS
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eDlcameHMVs
Professor Valsamma Eapen—What matters most, comorbidities or tics?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KzDUP0CRntY
TSAA President Robyn Latimer—Family Matters & Educational In-Service
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S__TgIq935Y
The Conference flyer for 2014 is below. Click the image to download a copy.
