Anyone have a child with Tourrettes? And for those who don't I urge you to go to http://www.tsa-usa.org/ and learn about it. It's so important for people to educate themselves on this, especially people working with children. It's been a struggle, and often times downright painful getting people to recognize and understand it's not the child's fault and it ISN'T CONTROLLABLE. Imagine if you had to sneeze, almost 24/7, and couldn't and were often punished when you did...well that's what a child with Tourrette's Syndrome goes through on a daily basis trying to control what's occurring Neurologically. Anyone else going through this with there little one (or bigger one)?

Did have a child with bi-polar though and life is
Tough when people are ignorant of these things
They can make the kids life unbearable. Just
Keep people informed and educated. It's the
Only way. Good luck!

Bi-polar sure is difficult and I know the ignorance that goes along with that too since my sister is affected by it. Plus, all those years ago (when she was in school), it wasn't understood as much. Not that it's really any better now but at least the information is out there and that's what I hope will happen with Tourrette's. It's difficult when your child has this cross to bear...I tell my son that things like this can make us more understanding and appreciative of things in our lives. Our struggles in life often can make us stronger and more resilient in time. Thanks for responding, needed that, even if you aren't dealing with Tourrett's it's very kind of you to tell me your story. Take care.