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Apr 13 2010

How Tourette Syndrome Works

31 min 2 movies discussed
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Gilles de la Tourette syndrome, commonly referred to as Tourette's, is a neurological disorder characterized by a combination of verbal and physical tics.

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In this episode of Stuff You Should Know, Josh and Chuck dive into the fascinating world of Tourette syndrome, exploring what's actually happening when someone has this neurological condition. They break down the common misconceptions (like the idea that everyone with Tourette's shouts obscenities), explain the various types of tics people experience, and discuss the latest theories about what might be causing it in the brain. The hosts also cover treatment options ranging from behavioral therapy to more extreme measures, while sharing some surprising facts about famous people who've dealt with Tourette's.


Movies Discussed

Big Brother
Big Brother
2000
★ 4.3
"Pete Bennett, who apparently was on Big Brother, which apparently is a TV show. — Josh mentions Pete Bennett as a famous person with Tourette's who appeared on Big Brother." — Josh
Coming to America
Coming to America
1988 1h 57m
★ 6.9
"That's like coming to America and be like New York Yankees. — Josh uses Coming to America as an analogy when discussing Chuck's Arsenal fandom." — Josh

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