Tom Quinn, M.A., a licensed professional counselor specializing in the treatment of ADD/ADHD, will speak at the Oct. 29 support meeting of the Greater Missouri TSA. His topic: “The Social Side Effects of ADHD: Why Do They Happen and What Can a Parent Do to Help Lessen the Impact?”

Prior to his presentation, the chapter will review its financials with interested parties.

Details available here.

Join other TS families and friends at 12:15 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 27, at Grant’s Farm, Grant Road and Gravois in Affton, Mo.

Details are available on the “Meetings & Events” page of this Web site.

Join other local TS families on Saturday, May 30, for an afternoon of fun at the Family Golf & Learning Center.

Participants will have an opportunity to meet Golf Pro Craig Story, who has TS. Craig will conduct a golf clinic, after which participants can enjoy a round of miniature golf and hit a bucket of golf balls. A small lunch (hot dog, chips, soft drink) is included.

Check here for details. Please make reservations by or before May 20.

Children with Tourette Syndrome could be prime targets for bullying at school. Bullying prevention expert Lynne Lang will share prevention strategies at the chapter’s next support group meeting on Monday, April 27. See our “Meetings & Events” page for more information.