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Wednesday, 29 October 2025
Mental health impact finally revealed
AN Australian-first survey has revealed severe mental health impacts for people with Tourette syndrome and tic-related disorders, with half of affected children and almost three-quarters of adults having contemplated suicide. One in ten children and one in four adults have attempted suicide. The research found long delays in diagnosis, lack of treatment pathways, widespread bullying and discrimination, and daily physical pain from tics. The report calls for national clinical guidelines, better professional training, improved mental health support, and stronger educational and workplace protections.
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