Tourette Syndrome Awareness 2026

Tourette Syndrome Awareness Day June 7, 2026 Tourette Syndrome is an inherited neurological disorder that is characterized by involuntary physical and vocal tics that occur many times a day. Tourette Syndrome is often accompanied by other mental health disorders such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and obsessive-compulsive disorder, learning disabilities, and anxiety. Tourette Syndrome and Persistent Tic Disorders affect approximately 1 in 50 children. More than 24,869 school aged children in the State of Colorado alone are dealing with Tourette Syndrome, and although some of these cases are aided by medication, there is no standard treatment or known cure for the disorder. There is an important need for more professional help to identify, counsel, and treat people with Tourette Syndrome, a disorder that is often misdiagnosed and misunderstood. Positive actions to assist children and families living with Tourette Syndrome would result from a broadening of public and professional knowledge and acceptance of Tourette Syndrome. The Tourette Association of America is actively providing services to families, educating medical professionals and teachers, and supporting research to better understand the signs and treatments of Tourette Syndrome. We, the City Council of the City of Boulder, Colorado, declare June 7, 2026, as

Tourette Syndrome Awareness Day And May 15 – June 15 will be recognized as Tourette Syndrome Awareness Month in the City of Boulder to promote understanding, compassion, and acceptance for all community members who deserve and need our support to break the stigma that surrounds Tourette Syndrome.

_____________________________ Aaron Brockett, Mayor