Understanding Tourette’s syndrome means looking beyond what can be seen. Tics are only the most visible part of a much more complex neurological condition involving impulses, premonitory urges, attempts to suppress symptoms and manifestations that can change over time. In this section, you will find podcast episodes exploring what happens in the brain, the different types of tics and the mechanisms that may increase or reduce them. Clear and accessible explanations that do not turn Tourette’s into a spectacle, a personal failing or simply a collection of unusual movements. Because truly understanding the condition is the first step towards no longer judging it.
Understanding Tourette’s syndrome also means listening to the people who live with it. Explore the episodes below to hear clear explanations and everyday experiences.
Tourette’s tic suppression is one of the most misunderstood aspects of Tourette syndrome. At first, someone may appear able to control their tics during a lesson, meeting or journey. However, this does not mean that the tics can simply be switched off whenever the person chooses. In fact, temporary control often requires significant effort, concentration…
