422: Diagnosed; The Teenage Brain Experience. An 'Inside the Teen Brain' podcast

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In this episode of Inside the Teen Brain, Dr. Jane Gilmour speaks with Rayne Huggins about the experience of being diagnosed with Tourette syndrome. Drawing on personal lived experience, Rayne reflects on what a diagnosis can mean for a young person and explores the pros and cons of receiving one. Together, they consider how a diagnosis can shape not only how a person understands themselves, but also their sense of identity and connection to a wider community. Honest and thought-provoking, the conversation offers a valuable first-hand perspective on living with Tourette syndrome and what diagnosis can come to represent.

Learning Objectives

A. To understand what it means to be diagnosed with tourette syndrome.

B. To explore pros and cons of attaining a diagnosis of tourette syndrome.

C. To explore how this may shape identity and community

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