Tourette's Explanation

So I know that loads of people think that Tourette's is funny, kind of like mental retardation, but just like mental retardation, IT'S NOT. TS isn't something to make fun of, since people with it are still people. Just people with TS. Also, a few facts:

• Tourette's is known for it's characterizing tics. Tics are INVOLUNTARY movements, sounds, etc.
• There are different types of tics, like motor (movements), vocal (sounds), mental (thoughts), and sensory. They're the hardest to explain, because you have to feel a certain way. Like, you have to have a certain pressure or texture or sensation. 
• People with Tourette's, despite what most people think, do have some control over their tics. But, like an itch, they build and build. Even the most disciplined and experienced people can't hold out for too long.
• Since Tourette's is sort of a mental disorder, doctors don't know all that much about it. Which makes it pretty untreatable.
• Mental tics are, hands-down, the absolute worst part about Tourette's syndrome. Not being able to control your own head is this worst thing I can think of. It's like a minor form of insanity. And it's miserable.

Most people (maybe even you) don't realize all this stuff about Tourette's and other disorders and diseases and just plain people. I have Tourette's syndrome. It's all good. Sure, I get weird looks. But people, let's all face it, are dumb. And inconsiderate, and rude, and simply cruel at times. So just think before you speak. Don't judge. At least make an effort to be nice to people. That's all. Sayonara peoples, and I'm sorry if that was different. I'm in a not-so-great mood today.