Tag: Dr. Duncan McKinlay.

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May 22, 2014

Tourette Syndrome and School: Your Child, His Tics and How To Tell his Classmates

Blog, IEP Accommodations School, Special needs children, Tourette Syndrome

What is Tourette syndrome? If your child has Tourette syndrome you will probably be asked that question many times or, without being asked, you will need to explain about Tourette to justify your child’s behavior if vocal and/or motor tics bring unwanted attention to your child. Today’s post has tips how to explain Tourette syndrome to your child’s classmates and the importance of being proactive in telling all staff members at your child’s school.

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February 18, 2013

Meet Dr. Duncan McKinlay, the Psychologist with Tourette Syndrome

Blog, Interviews, mental disorders/illness, mental health, Special needs book reviews, Special needs children, Tourette Syndrome

I must introduce you to a remarkable person who can be the answer to your prayers if you know, love or work with a person who has Tourette syndrome. For our Author Interview Series, I was honored to interview a renowned fellow Canadian, Dr. Duncan McKinlay. He is the author of Nix Your Tics! Eliminate Unwanted Tic Symptoms A How-To Guide for Young People. Duncan McKinlay is the psychologist with Tourette syndrome himself who has become the perfect mentor for all families coping with Tourette.