Kevin is a terrific kid who happens to have been born with Tourette Syndrome – a neurological disorder that‘s often misdiagnosed, misunderstood and a lot more common than you think. People with TS symptoms have “tics” – they sometimes make sudden, often strange, physical movements or vocal sounds that they just can’t help. They’re not psychologically impaired, less intelligent, obstinate, nor purposefully disruptive. Often, they’re just as uncomfortable with their “tics” as you are. and contrary to what you may have heard, fully 85 to 90 percent are not prone to using inappropriate language. Research continues to explore the causes of Tourette Syndrome, and hopefully, the day will come soon when we can find better treatments and the cure. But until then, if you come across someone who has TS, please remember that, like Kevin, that’s not all he has.