My son has Tourette’s: a parent’s journey
Since there’s no cure for Tourette Syndrome, where does one find hope? Transformational coach Cherona Dannhauser shares valuable insights from journeying with Luke (17), such as addressing co-occurring conditions, identifying internal and external triggers, and exploring strategies to navigate motor and vocal tics. Understanding this neurodevelopmental disorder is key to emotional balance and constructive self-advocacy.
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In ep. 142 of the weekly podcast series Calm, Clear and Helpful, relational & transformational coach and speaker Cherona Dannhauser considers:
what Tourette Syndrome is
the fact that tics are not a habit
that up to 1 in 5 primary school children will have some tic disorder
conditions co-occurring with Tourette’s, including ADD, ADHD, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, anxiety, behavioural or conduct issues and sleep disorders
whether a parent can “cause” Tourette Syndrome
a surprising external factor that expedites Luke’s tics
the role of self-regulation techniques like breathing
“exploding” tics
a sensible approach to self-advocacy
what Cherona learnt while homeschooling Luke
tips around getting a diagnosis from a medical professional
the fact that Tourette’s can be, but is not necessarily, outgrown by the age of twelve
Cherona’s faith-based outlook.
In this episode Cherona mentions The Richard’s Bay Christian School and the Tourette Association of America.
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Honour your capacity is available here.
About Cherona
Cherona Dannhauser (also known as Cherona D) is a relational and transformational coach, international keynote speaker, Neurolinguistic practitioner, cognitive behavioural specialist, corporate trainer, facilitator and author from Richard’s Bay, South Africa. Cherona works in person as well as online.
Website: www.cheronad.com
Instagram: cherona.dannhauser
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Tourette Association of America: https://tourette.org/about-tourette/overview/what-is-tourette/
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Original music by Mart-Marie Snyman
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