Public Advocate Jumaane Williams joined Amanda Talty, president and CEO of the Tourette Association of America, to mark 50 years of providing local resources to those with Tourette’s and other tic disorders.

TAA is the only U.S. health-related organization serving people with Tourette’s syndrome.

Talty explained how TAA supports those with the neurodevelopmental disorder and the resources available to those living with a persistent tic disorder.

She discussed those living with isolation with Tourette’s this holiday season.

Williams also talked about being diagnosed with Tourette’s as a teenager and why he felt it was important to share his battle.

According to the CDC, about half of children with Tourette’s syndrome may not be diagnosed.

For more information, visit tourette.org.