Tennessee Alliance for Neurodiversity
Neurodiversity is, naturally, a diverse group of people.
Autism, Tourette's, ADHD, OCD — all are recognized as neurodiversity, however, there are actually many more forms of diversity than these simple categories show. As such, our needs are also diverse.
As individuals we have a capacity to help others and extend the impact of our lives beyond ourselves. This is both gratifying and often healing for those of us who have struggled to integrate into conventional society. TAND is the result of this approach and as such is intended to help people support each other.
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Summary
CBIT is the most frequently recommended behavioral treatment for Tourette's and Tics. Is it right for you or your loved on? This article provides a brief explanation of CBIT and offers answers to the most common questions.
At any given time, we may be looking for:
- Help developing a new skill
- Connection with other people
- Support and validation for who we are
- Education for our families or loved ones
- Help navigating school or work
- Help with managing typical life stress
- And so on...
TAND was formed to acknowledge this and help neurodiverse individuals and their families and loved ones more easily find the resources they are looking for at that moment. Why would we ever assume that there is only one approach that helps us at all times?