Tics in Class - Tourette’s Syndrome
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- Опубліковано 7 вер 2024
- Hello! I'm Zara, I'm 15 and I have Tourette's Syndrome :)
Here's some footage from a few months ago that I filmed in different lessons showing what it's like to have tics and Tourette's in school.
A lot of you know me from TikTok but I'm now posting here on UA-cam too! I have a lot of class footage filmed but any video requests or ideas are much appreciated!
My social media:
Tiktok- @zeezee25
Instagram- @zara_bethx
Twitch- @zarorahx
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You do so well despite your condition. Your friends appear to be very supportive. I’m glad you don’t let it get you down. Keep up the cool content!
those boys who were “telling your tics what to do”, does that get annoying?
it does after a while as it happens like, every single class and you get sick of it when it’s 24/7 but yeah
@@Zara_Beth my school kno I don’t play I would’ve said NO AND MOVE.
They are probably needlessly uncomfortable and don’t know how to handle it so they try to use humor but it’s not helping or respectful
I was gonna say the same thing. I love that you put your story out there. I got rather mad at those boys for triggering your tics. I could see the tears in her eyes 😥
I think it's a girl bruv
I like how your friend sticks up for you
The “roar” is so cute
I have the “roar” tic from whatching this video! Just lovely!
It is really cute, I agree!
rawrr
as the"meeouw"....^^
I know right
I don't agree with your friends setting off your tics but I'm so glad that you have them understanding and on your side. They're not getting you in trouble and as long as you're OK with everything they're saying to you then that's great. Just stick up for yourself if they ever go too far xx
was thinking this too and also the ppl in the commenting that the rawh and meow is cute like no
I love how your friend rolls with your tics, it’s adorable
You actually make me more comfortable with my tics thank you so much❤️
i’m so glad i’ve helped at least one person ❤️ it honestly means a lot thankyou !
@@Zara_Beth and me ur amazing zara
It’s good that she is able to keep her vocal tics at a lower volume in class! People can probably barely even hear them - except for like the whistles - I know I wouldn’t hear them
i also have shouting and screaming tics haha don’t be fooled😂 i’m still loud, this was back in september (first time in school with tics) so i was also leaving lots of lessons and suppressing, whole different story nowadays haha
I love the interactions between you and your classmate in the beginning. It is amazing that she is so easy-going and accepting of your Tourette's. Especially as teens can be quite mean to each other.
that RE teacher made me angry when she said "no clapping please" like its not ur fault😕 i feel so bad, i know its not good at all.😌
Yeah
I assume they didn't immediately realise it was a tic and that was an automatic response
@@LB0206 yea I understand
I absolutely love what this girl is doing with this channel. Normalizing Tourette’s & to be quite honest, by her friends I’m learning like if I were to ever encounter or interact w/ someone with Tourette’s, how to just kind of roll with it so that they don’t feel uncomfortable ❤
It’s not really fair for others to set off your tics, though. I know it’s all and fun if you’re okay with it but still.
we’re kinda used to it and people usually stop if i tell them properly, or i just leave lol
Zara Beth fair enough! Just please know you boundaries and be firm with them. You are not there for their entertainment - you’re more than that ❤️
And you deserve to have an education and encouraging the tics can interrupt with your learning. I don’t care about you tics “interfering others” it’s more so they interrupt you.
Yeah it seems like the people that are setting them off feel that they arent doing any harm due to the way you react. Youre smiles and laughs. If they think you think its funny. Theyll never stop
@@Jelleybean18 Why turn her into some victim just so you can be a youtube wokescold. She clearly explained the context.
@@LyraPyxisVT wokescolding and virtue signalling is just nastiness disguised as good intentions.
Okay but those roar and meow were adorable ❤️
So I have a undiagnosed tic disorder and I'm scared my teachers aren't going to believe me, and ask me what I have and I sit know what to tell them since I am undiagnose.
tell them you have tics! tics are completely valid and you don’t need a diagnosis to have a tic, a tic is just an involuntary movement or sound. you can’t say you have tourettes or a tic disorder yet as those need professional diagnosis but if your tics are a problem, tell them your tics are a problem :))
@@Zara_Beth i have a tic where it looks like my neck is snaping but i dont have a tic disorder and i have found out that this tic only happens when im cold and or shivering do you have any tips to kinda make it happen less often?
@@berrunuryalniz8901 there are also adhd tics and axiety tics and other disorders so it may be that
My doctor think I have it but we are waiting for the next visit, they just recently became a bit vocal and I feel like people would be rude towards them.
@@axolotl6228 I have both of those lmao 😂
I have tics and in class it’s really hard because my teacher doesn’t know yet and when it goes really quiet I have to be quiet its so stressful
awe i’m sorry that sounds really stressful :( i had to do that at the start but it’s a lot easier now everyone is aware
@@Zara_Beth oh ok thanks I have a appointment tomorrow actually for a diagnoses cause I think I have Tourette’s
@@kaiaaaa297 I know this comment was months ago but how did your appointment go?
I think you should tell your teacher, it's best to because if she doesn't, then you could prob get in trouble for something you didn't want to do, but stay safe :)
Oh geez it feel you, especially because mine are have aggressive movements and I hit stuff all the time
I think it's fantastic, what you do on your channel. You make Tourettes into something that is open, acceptable and even fun. I know there is nothing fun about having Tourette's. I grew up in a time when Tourette's wasn't known to the public or even to those who had it. I was in my middle teens before I knew what was happening to me was a known phenomena. You get it out there & the more people who know what it is the best life is for those who have it. Thank you.
this isn’t relevant to the video but can I just say you’re gorgeous!!🥺❤️
thankyou aah🥺
No lol
@@Murphy.AD.gg. yes lol 😊
I think she's pretty too!
@@Murphy.AD.gg. booo
The friendly enviroment makes it quite wholesome:)
It's such an amazing thing that you're surrounded with people who understand you and help you feel better and not judge you no matter what happens
I hope you have a great day:)
I recently got a diagnosis for what my doctor called “Chronic Tics” and this video where your friends were so supportive made me feel a lot less self concious
Chronic tics? Ayyy, same here!
Can't imagine how it would be to have to go through that every single day. Respect 🤟🤟🤟
Hey. Love watching you on tiktok and twitch. People need more awareness of tourette and how people shouldn't be awkward around people with it. Keep being you ❤
thankyou!
I’ve got tics and they’ve worsened over quarantine. I’ve been really anxious about going back to school but this has made me feel a bit better about it. Thank you :)
Same here
Same here
I think my tics translated your ‘rawr’ into kind of a roar XD
hahaha mine do different variants so sometimes its sweet and quiet and sometimes its growly and angry lmao
Im so stressed about going back to school, ive developed a tic disorder over quarantine, any tips?
Hey, so I'm not Zara obviously but I have tourettes so i hope this can help
The biggest tip I could give is acceptance, accept yourself, that you have tics, that you can't control it and that it is ok to tic. This way whatever happens you will be ok and comfortable with yourself
Second is, maybe let your school know? If you feel this will be helpful and you feel you need extra support then please let your school know
And third is, be kind to yourself, tics are tiring and stressful at times, make sure you try to sleep properly as being tired with make them worse and make sure you take care of yourself, be confident.
Most of my classmates are used to it now, they say that it is now a background noise to them and that it doesnt bother them whatsoever and the same with my teachers
I hope this is helpful and good luck, you've got this!
it’s hard but my advice to learn to accept yourself first then show others that tics are normal and be you :) use music and other coping mechanisms and hopefully with help from staff and support you’ll be good !
@@Zara_Beth and @sophie court both of you have really helped me a lot thanks you both
Same
How's it going?
its cool to see that im not the only one that does that in class, thankfully
i also have friends and teacher that understand my condition. the only difference is that sometimes i cant whisper like you did so it makes quiet situation very interesting XD
hahah
does it scare people sometimes when it quite, if you don't mind answering?
@@LyraPyxisVT not particularly
@@Dart.QuantumLeagueah ok
@@LyraPyxisVT in my case, for some reason my coprolalia and echolalia calmed down quite a lot. I still have tics but not vocal as Much so people sometimes dont understand that tics tempt to go away when we grow for the most cases but thats nothing i cant deal with :D
I find it so awesome of you that you can laugh along at yourself for this. You don't let it be a weakness, and instead make it a strength. We all can learn from you.
"you're an accident" i can't-
oops
What ?
That’s rude
@@nadiawalsh8261 9:01 is where she said it
Brooo. My friend said that to me once when I said it was an accident that I missed the ball playing ping pong but none of us have turrets
First, i love your channel - seeing the reality of what people with Tourettes go through, or any disability, the struggle that comes with it, the negativity, the rudeness of others as well as the goodness of others, is really what this world needs. Even though it's 2023, there is still such a negative (stereotype/attitude/connotation, whatever) toward assorted disabilities - autism, ADHD, Tourettes, blindness, deafness, TBI, whatever - that NEEDS to change. Having platforms like yours where you show the reality of what you go through is SO IMPORTANT. People like you are the reason that change happens. Some people who don't know about your disability will watch your channel, be educated, and see things differently - for the better. Don't listen to the negative things that people say about you, because they're not really seeing you.
I think you've had a video where you mention you were in "Supply" class? Is that correct, or am I mistaken? If there is, in fact, that class mentioned at some point, what is it? I'm watching from eastern US and I've never heard of it. What is it?
As I said, I love your channel. Great work.
At least your tics tried to be quiet 😭😂
Amazing video for spreading awareness! You did I well to get your work done while ticcing! Well done Zara! Xx
thank you!
Me knowing damn well its midnight and this will set off my tics:
Also me: **watches video**
same
same 😭
My cat came when you did the meow sound 😂💖
Zara the amount of rawrs that I did was crazy
maybe say ridiculous cause the other word might be ablest :)
The “Rawr” is mega cute
Me and my bff have tourette's but whenever i need to do it in class, I do it in this speacial area where noone can hear you, its where i spend most of my time in class. My bffs class has it too.
i am on the journey to getting diagnosed with tourette’s after having tics for 7 years. have you found that things have gotten better support wise since being diagnosed
yes it sure helps to get professional support and to be taken seriously :)
@@Zara_Beth I love how u just support everyone and comment helpful tips! I don’t have tics but I find them rlly funny and cute!
@@Zara_Beth BULL.SHIT
This is so cute and adorable, I feel bad for her having to go through this!
I love how you’re so sweet and kind to everyone especially with your tics
I love how everyone doesn’t rlly care that she’s swearing at them
the whispering roar is so cute. greetings from chile ✌😁
i love how she is smiling all the time 😁
Aww I love the 🥺 “rawr”, and the “meow” 🥺
Me and my sister love watching your content sweety! Keep up the good work beautiful and raising awareness! You’re doing such a brilliant job ❤️
thank you!
You're so strong for daring to show your condition on the internet. :)
I once sat behind a young man on the bus and he kept making little tic noises like you do (I don't know if they have a technical name) but all of a sudden he shouted "BIG ANIME TITTIES" the bus was dead laughing after that xD
I don’t get why her friends would keep egging her on!?
You have changed so much since this first video. 🎉. We will all be so happy and proud to be your friend fr. 😊😊
I've recently been diagnosed with tourette's syndrome (mines a more minor case) and this makes me feel a lot more comfortable with myself
0:54 0:57 the cutest roar i've ever heard in my life
The cutest tic that you have is definitely "Rawr" it just sounds so gentle and soft (I'm sorry if I can't say that , I don't know what I can and can't say.)
Is this your first upload if it is and if this is like a Tourettes and awareness channel I am definitely subscribing
it is :) this is my first time on youtube but i post every day on tiktok @zeezee25, planning to post lots more on here too!
Omg I’m sorry….but y do I love the “roar” and “Meow”. THERE SO CUTE. I also love how so many people r so supportive❤😊❤
This is just good fun! Love it! So cute how you just live life the best you can be.
did the friend who mimicked/set off your tics bother you? at first thought it might seem that it could make you feel less embarrassed to not be the only one doing it (like with the middle fingers part) but with more consideration it seems very insensitive to do anything more than a small giggle at something the person with tics laughs at first. i don’t have tourette’s but it seems that calling attention to them/mimicking them would make it worse. how do you feel about that in retrospect?
We’re you watching Jade O’Connel?
I hear that “chicken, chicken”
we’re friends haha but i have SO MANY chicken tics lmao i’ve started a whole chicken tic trend on tiktok whoops
Zara Beth lol that’s cute!
I dont have torettes but i do have a strange cat meow tic, Especially if i see a dog or a cat. Lol
I’m so glad she lost the weight that she had despite the tics and fainting trying to stop her.
I was constantly tired and super stressed and anxious at my first job and I actually ended up developing tics. They aren't as bad as someone who actually has Tourette's but they're annoying AF. It's a little whistle, a handshake, and a very annoying head twitch, which if it happens a lot starts to hurt. Since leaving that job they only happen when I'm anxious or excited. But some things can trigger them for me. it's mostly this little whistle thing, like the one a bird does. I was in Oklahoma to see my grandma and her bird does it and I sat there like doing it back and forth with him because of my tic. It was quite exhausting. I think the people who have Tourette's and go to public school are so brave. My tics are so small but it still freaks me out when it happens in public. I was at a party and was like high anxiety and I was sitting at a table with 2 girls my age and I had the little twitch and a snap and apologized cause people think it's weird. It also seems to happen a lot when I'm home alone. My psychiatrist said it's not super uncommon so she isn't worried, it could also be from my meds but she says I shouldn't worry about it unless they get worse.
I have the same thing! But mine developed after going back to school after quarantine
0:49 “rawr”. I love it!
“Why the fuck aren’t you vegan yet?”
I can’t-
(Your amazing I love your videos! ^^)
your tics are so cool and theyh make you uniqe i also have tourettes syndrome
Your so strong ♡♡♡♡♡
this whole video is painfully relatable
desperately trying to whisper tics in a quiet classroom
your friends accidentally encouraging tics
the embarrassed laughter
highly offensive tics on complete accident
I love that your friends just go with it
You are so sweet i wish you all the best ❤ stay strong
Hi, Zara!
You are such a beautiful, kind and caring person!
I saw your video for the first time today and I am not familiar with your condition. Would it be alright to make a suggestion based on my understanding of how things work in this world?… Would you consider relocating to a foreign country (for a while at least) to challenge your current condition with a totally new environment? In other situations, I have seen it work - it’s a reset in a way.
Please forgive me if my suggestion makes you feel somehow uncomfortable. It’s just my opinion, after all, and you can disregard it.
I wish you all the best and lots of blessings in your life!
This is amazing must have taken a lot of confidence to upload this . Do your teachers and freinds get annoyed with your ticks or not ?
no they don’t as it’s involuntary and i can’t help it :)
@@Zara_Beth ah ok just wondered no offence in any way
The "prrrrrrrrra" was so cute
oh dear , i just saw you, trying a covid test and it was so fun, but,not to mock you..really fun! you have a very special disease,i admire your good humor...kisses from France!
i haven't been diagnosed or think its much, but i often have similar kind of things like tics, more so around people. but il say something random , or make a little noise. when i was in school, 2 years ago now, i dont know where it came from but i started saying chicken often and sometimes not realise till secconds after. Im not sure if it could be tourettes or maybe it will develop more into life. i know Lewis Capaldi was diagnosed with it i think last year. Also watching people tic makes me almost copy them. and most times i do stop myself because i feel like id be making fun of tourettes and i like to be respectful to everyone.
from what ive heard from my friend (with tics) and other youtubers, some tics are okay to have a laugh about but if its the harmful or bad tics they should not be taken as something funny. How do you think people in your school handle that situation?
It's completely up to someones oppinion
Hi! I have tics but my teacher won’t let me have sensory items. Any tips? Also should I make a video? ❤️
Respect Zara! You're so lovely!
I can imagine having tics and your teacher says be quiet😭
Teacher; BE QUIET EVERYONE!
Tic; yeah no😗
this happened yesterday💀 my teacher was telling everyone to be quiet, then i just had a screaming tic right after she said that
That teacher could do with being better informed. “Is there a Zara in the room? You need to speak louder then!” A polite chat to her after the lesson if it was me!
I don't know what's all the fuss about this. We did the same in late 80's, early 90's, when there wasn't any social media obviously. Everyome grown out from this.
I love it when you smacked the pen and it went flying
ik that ur friend doesnt know everything abt tics, but if u engage with tics then it just gets worse
I’m planning on getting professionally diagnosed by a doctor for my mental disorders but I’ve realized I’ve been having non severe tics but it always happens every once in a while. Sometimes I feel a tic that could happen and I just stay still or hold my jaw- is it even possible to stop a tic from happening?? But like I said, it’s non severe so idk 😭
I love your roar tic
The meow is so cute :)
Subscribed dun let ppl stop u from being a better person 🤘🏾
What a cute personality and sense of humor you have 😂😂😂😂
I know you're smiling and having a laugh with your friends just one thing I want to ask what do the teachers make of the tourettes tics because I can see you are trying to control them but the surroundings trigger it on sometimes
Question: When you have an exam do you go to a different room?
yes I do
tourette or not, you'r so pretty and cute ! :3
When she said why the fuck aren’t you vegan yet, i died on the inside
I remember once I was talking to a friend, then I went to go get my water bottle and accidentally just blurted out “Fuck you!” and “Go sc-screw urself!” And held up the middle finger. Then the class went silent. And when I told my teacher that it just happened and that I didn’t do it on purpose she didn’t believe me and gave me detention for 2 weeks ):
I was undiagnosed with Tourette’s and I didn’t know exactly what it was so I couldn’t justify myself. It was horrible):
I feel like you would be such a fun friend to have
NOT THE MEOWING 😭
how do i ask my mum for help, i’ve started tics in quarantine and my mum just thinks i’m being annoying and i’m doing it on purpose but we’re not that close so i don’t usually talk to her about stuff like this and idk what to do x
in my advice i’d prepare a load of information to educate her on tics and then say you think you’d developed them and you don’t know what to do, what i did was ask to see a doctor and that made it clear to my mum that i was serious as i normally avoid the doctor so me asking to go verified that it was really a big deal if you get me. it’s tricky but you can do this and she will eventually see that you do really struggle with it and she’ll accept you as she’s your mum :) just be honest with her and prepare what you want to say (i made a checklist on my phone and wrote her a letter haha) x
@@Zara_Beth i’m going to try telling her soon thank you so much:) and also i love your videos xxx
Can you develop tics at any random time and age?
update i’ve just written her a letter and i’m giving it her tommorow i am scared :)
@@kelseycummings941 hope it goes well!
Hi, wondering if you still understand your teachers because of ticks? Are you able to concentrate for a practice exam?
I sit in my own room so I can tic freely which lets me concentrate :)
(i dont have anythign diagnosed, but i do fit the criteria for tourettes) i would get really annoyed if my friends or classmates kept setting my tics off
What do you do about COVID and the masks
I keep ripping them because of my tics and don’t know what to do
I never knew what the video playing in the background was, after being in confirmation for half a year as a pagan witch; Mathew Kelly haunts me. He’s everywhere istg.
😭
The meowing and the rarr is so cute xx
proud of you xx
hey love, just out of curiosity why aren’t you or the girl that was sitting next to you wearing masks ? i know some people with Tourette’s don’t feel comfortable wearing masks or it bothers them but i was just curious. you’re amazing btw !!
hey thanks for wording it so nicely usually people just attack me without knowing the full story haha😂 i don’t know if you read the description of the video but i mentioned there, these videos were filmed monthhsss ago before corona was this bad and masks weren’t mandatory then :) hope that helps
@@Zara_Beth oh no i didn’t , but thank you !
I have a question if your in uk are you allowed to film because if your Tourette’s or because of the school rules?
Idk why. But I find this girl to be adorable for some weird reason.
When the teacher said “Natalia, stop” my heart sank😭 for some reason when people say my name it makes me scared😭