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Programs

Medical Outreach

A variety of educational programs are offered through the Center including formal classroom didactics, workshops, lectures, conferences, 1:1 supervision, advanced specialty electives, staff in-service training...

Research

Centers conduct or collaborate on scientific and clinical research studies that aim to provide a better understanding of TS/Tic Disorders, their impact, and to advance the development of more effective and safe treatments.

Community Outreach

Long Island Center for Tourette, in collaboration with Long Island Tourette Association (LITA) has a team of trained individuals who provide free in-service for faculty, psychologists, social workers, staff and other school personnel ...

Support Groups

Support groups are held by the Long Island Tourette Association. The meetings are held the first Friday of the month (except where noted otherwise), from September through June  at the DeMatteis Center of St. Francis Hospital...

Treatments

Most often, tics are mild, and treatment is not required. In all cases, it is essential to educate the individual and others in his/her life about TS and to provide appropriate supports across all settings (school, work, home)...

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