Tourette's Syndrome: Characteristics and Interventions.

Prestia, Kelly

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ERIC Number: EJ677957

Record Type: Journal

Publication Date: 2003

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Tourette's Syndrome: Characteristics and Interventions.

Prestia, Kelly

Intervention in School and Clinic, v39 n2 p67-71 Nov 2003

This article overviews the characteristics of children and youth with Tourette syndrome and provides suggestions that can be used in the school setting for addressing academic concerns, social-emotional concerns, and physical concerns. Teachers are urged to break down assignments, allow computer use to complete work, and give preferential seating. (Contains references.) (CR)

Descriptors: Academic Accommodations (Disabilities), Behavior Disorders, Classroom Techniques, Elementary Secondary Education, Emotional Development, Neurological Impairments, Social Development, Special Health Problems, Student Characteristics

Publication Type: Guides - Non-Classroom; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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