When Tourette syndrome meets OCD
Notes de l’épisode
Did you know that Tourette Syndrome (TS) and OCD frequently co-occur? Penny and Angie talk to Jason McCurry who has TS and OCD. Jason talks so generously about:
- Experiencing both TS and OCD symptoms as a kid in a country town - How OCD and TS interrelate - What actually happens physically when he starts ticking - How physically arduous constant ticking can be for someone with TS - His trepidation about coming onto the podcast, particularly with his TS flaring up a bit recently - How he would like people to react if his TS symptoms flare up in public - How and why he now helps young people experiencing disability CYDA For more info about Tourette Syndrome: Tourette Syndrome Association of Australia