Positives

tosy.co.uk - Tourette Syndrome Support in the UK

 

Without wishing to emphasise the problems, there are a great deal of positive aspects of the Gilles de la Tourette gene.  These include the following descriptions from or about people with TS.  I must add though that my son's response to this page was "there ARE some?"  Sometimes it can be so difficult to see them.

 

Verbal

Animated

Funny “life-of-the-party” type

Delightful

Talent as mimic

Natural acting ability

Uninhibited

Just enough compulsiveness to get things done

High intelligence

Witty, sharp humour

Strength of character

Musical talent and improvisational skills

Quick reactions and reflexes

Competitive

Playful

Energetic

Enthusiastic

Joyful

Creative

Full of ideas

Photographic memory

Hard working

Ambitious

 

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 17 March 2002  Date last updated