Archive for September, 2007

When Quacks Quack

Disclaimer: I’m all for holistic approaches to ailments. I’m a big fan of Dr. Weil and his work. I’m an even bigger fan of Dr. Sacks, who may not be “holistic” in the conventional sense although he is wide open to anything neurological.
That said, let me get on with this idiot who - as a […]

Tourette’s Brain Speed - “A Disorder … With Advantages”

For years now I’ve said that many skills such as language, mathematics, and sports are actually enhanced by Tourette Syndrome, not hindered. My eldest daughter, for example, was speaking in full sentences before she was one. Now, the Georgetown University has released findings in a study here in Science Central about the brain speed of […]

Tic Talk - From a 10 Year-old

This is a great story and a great book. It comes out of the Kansas City area and profiles a great kid by the name of Dylan Peters. His attitude toward Tourette Syndrome is so incredibly mature it’s downright inspiring to all ages. He sat down and wrote his book, Tic Talk: Living with Tourette […]