60) there is neither a test nor a cure for ADHD, but medication can help with the disorder, namely Ritilin. (Shimberg, 1995,p.64) Adults too can have the disorder. 40 to 60% of children with ADHD grow up to have symptoms as adults. (Shimberg, 1995, p.62) More than 10 million Americans are thought to have ADHD.2 out of every 3 children with Tourette syndrome also complain of tactile sensitivity. This is called sensory integrative disorder, and is not uncommon in TS, although tactile sensitivity is found in those who do not duffer from TS. Sensory integration disorder is characterized by hypersensitivity of the senses. It can be misinterpreted as behavior problems. It is not uncommon to have an auditory sensitivity accompany skin sensitivity. This makes it difficult for the person to concentrate with background noises. (Shimberg, 1995,p.45)Out of a survey of 132 respondents, 93% of the Touretters identified having a mental or physical awareness, and urge, a feeling an impulse or a need to experience a tic. (Shimberg, 1995,p.29). Some people say it is a pressure. Others say it is a brain itch or an aching feeling. Some adults and children become very adept in masking symptoms around others. Tics may be temporarily inhibited and suppressed to some degree, but when a suppressed tic is let loose, it may be violent or severe. Tics may magically disappear for days, weeks, sometimes even months. But, they do return if not the same tic, then a new one. The further outlook for someone with Tourette has many positive aspects to consider. Although there is not a cure, the disease is not life threatening, nor does it shorten life expectancy. Research shows that the symptoms often disappear when the person is totally focused. Some symptoms lessen with age. 30 to 40% of the overall symptoms diminish markedly. (Shimberg,1995,p.34)Tourette syndrome often appears in the same family. Parents of Touretters usually exhibit some symptoms, as well as sib...
