Tourette's Syndrome : Understanding how it presents, and management of symptoms and co-existing conditions

9:30 AM
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11:00 AM

Zoom

Join us for this webinar providing greater awareness and understanding of how this condition presents, how it can be diagnosed and managed, and what support is available for those living with Tourette’s.
NZPsS Member: $50; NZPsS Student: $25; Non-member: $80

Please note that all registrations have to be paid in full before the event takes place - otherwise you will miss out on receiving the Zoom link (this is usually sent two days before the event takes place)This event will be recorded for all those who are registered on the dayRecording is available for three weeks – the link will be sent after the event.

Tourette’s syndrome is a misunderstood neurological condition which remains significantly underdiagnosed in Aotearoa. 85% of those living with the condition have co-morbidities such as ADHD, OCD and anxiety, and experience bullying and social stigma. Join us for this webinar providing greater awareness and understanding of how this condition presents, how it can be diagnosed and managed, and what support is available for those living with Tourette’s.


Presenters: Emma Henderson & Olya Kolyaduke

Emma Henderson

Emma is the General Manager of the Tourette's Association of New Zealand, driven by a strong passion for advocacy, education, and raising awareness for those living with Tourette Syndrome. Having grown up as a sibling to someone with Tourette’s, she brings valuable lived experience and a deep personal connection to her work.

Olya Kolyaduke

Olya is a Consultant Child & Family Psychologist with a decade of experience in working with children, adolescents & their families within ICAMHS and privately, with a particular interest in tics and Tourette’s.