e most severe Tourette’s in virtually every walk of life. There are Tourettic writers, mathematicians, musicians, actors, dj’s, construction worker, mechanics, and great athletes. Some things, one might think, would be completely out of the question-above all, perhaps, the intricate, precise, and steady work of a surgeon. This would have been my own belief not so long ago. But now, improbably, I know five surgeons with Tourette’s.In conclusion there are plenty of people with Tourette that have extremely successful lives, both with and without medication. Following the media you can find truth, lies, and injustice. And there will be those who read this and become thankful and feel so privileged to have a normal life. The fact is no one really has a truly “normal” life. A person’s aspiration should be encouraged that are as high as a person’s natural ability and talents deserve. With greater understanding and improved treatment, life with Tourette syndrome will become easier and happier....
