SEASON 2 - EPISODE 5

A debilitating and socially isolating disease

An episode from the series LIVING WITH TOURETTE’S

Synopsis

Around 1 in 300 people are born with the genetic predisposition to developing Tourette syndrome. Some will only have mild tics that ease as they get older. But others will have massive tics (including swearing and spitting and hitting themselves), that are totally debilitating and will get worse as they age.

This heart-warming series follows five young people with this affliction as they try to make their way in a world that would rather see them hidden away.

They face bullying and ridicule, loneliness, depression, and self-harm. Yet, most are intelligent, creative people who just need a break, and, most of all, understanding and tolerance from the wider community.