Name
Race, Culture, Tourette Syndrome, and Other Tic Disorders 
Date & Time
Saturday, June 13, 2026
Emauni Crawley Maya Rao Jhonelle Bean
Description

This panel will explore the lived experiences of people of color with Tourette Syndrome (TS) and other Tic Disorders, focusing on how disability intersects with race, culture, identity, and access to care. Panelists will engage in a Q&A format with pre-set questions that will highlight their personal narratives regarding unique social, cultural, and systemic factors shaping diagnosis, treatment, stigma, and self-advocacy within diverse communities. Through storytelling and dialogue, the session will examine how cultural expectations, implicit bias, and healthcare inequities impact experience and influence mental health, education, and community belonging. Attendees will gain deeper understanding, practical insights and culturally responsive perspectives to better support individuals with TS and other Tic Disorders across diverse backgrounds.  

Session Type
Panel