Tics in Class - Tourette’s Syndrome

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 KZbin 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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[@julialaudano5637]

those boys who were “telling your tics what to do”, does that get annoying?

[@Zara_Beth]

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

[@daynahmcgee151]

@@Zara_Beth my school kno I don’t play I would’ve said NO AND MOVE.

[@emmarussell202]

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

[@GreenWitchHomestead]

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 😥

[@WHDRWN]

I think it's a girl bruv

[@GeorgiaNFA]

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!

[@autumnkinney3919]

I like how your friend sticks up for you

[@skzcontent314]

The “roar” is so cute

[@willowthebunny7]

I have the “roar” tic from whatching this video! Just lovely!

[@crystalforseeryt6144]

It is really cute, I agree!

[@6idle4ever49]

rawrr

[@marcellinechoisne5627]

as the"meeouw"....^^

[@xx_ashley_nightmare_xxnigh3784]

I know right

[@ladyT_VR46]

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

[@OvilusExplores]

was thinking this too and also the ppl in the commenting that the rawh and meow is cute like no

[@lol6202]

I love how your friend rolls with your tics, it’s adorable

[@Sarakate601]

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

[@Zara_Beth]

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

[@Cooldude-fs7zd]

You actually make me more comfortable with my tics thank you so much❤️

[@Zara_Beth]

i’m so glad i’ve helped at least one person ❤️ it honestly means a lot thankyou !

[@Boiiiiii09]

@@Zara_Beth and me ur amazing zara

[@D.H.critters]

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.

[@Jelleybean18]

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.

[@Zara_Beth]

we’re kinda used to it and people usually stop if i tell them properly, or i just leave lol

[@Jelleybean18]

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.

[@rm7127]

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

[@WHDRWN]

@@Jelleybean18 Why turn her into some victim just so you can be a youtube wokescold. She clearly explained the context.

[@WHDRWN]

@@LyraPyxisVT wokescolding and virtue signalling is just nastiness disguised as good intentions.

[@chloeclingerman9883]

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 ❤

[@itsmenix9855]

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.

[@Zara_Beth]

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 :))

[@berrunuryalniz8901]

@@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?

[@axolotl6228]

@@berrunuryalniz8901 there are also adhd tics and axiety tics and other disorders so it may be that

[@soutrue310]

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.

[@liaslittlecorner1746]

@@axolotl6228 I have both of those lmao 😂

[@Dancingsingingstars]

Okay but those roar and meow were adorable ❤️

[@Just_FroztyVr]

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.😌

[@xoxoducks639]

Yeah

[@LB0206]

I assume they didn't immediately realise it was a tic and that was an automatic response

[@Just_FroztyVr]

@@LB0206 yea I understand

[@miruxxunn]

"you're an accident" i can't-

[@Zara_Beth]

oops

[@raadtaha9405]

What ?

[@nadiawalsh8261]

That’s rude

[@Alyson95]

@@nadiawalsh8261 9:01 is where she said it

[@emilynewman6533]

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

[@ashyahsawyer9576]

Im so stressed about going back to school, ive developed a tic disorder over quarantine, any tips?

[@sophiecourt5006]

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!

[@Zara_Beth]

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 !

[@spongecake2476]

@@Zara_Beth and @sophie court both of you have really helped me a lot thanks you both

[@all4alise]

Same

[@awesometani8148]

How's it going?

[@ItsMe-eu9br]

this isn’t relevant to the video but can I just say you’re gorgeous!!🥺❤️

[@Zara_Beth]

thankyou aah🥺

[@Murphy.AD.gg.]

No lol

[@Sarah-pc1di]

@@Murphy.AD.gg. yes lol 😊

[@beeslaughter7674]

I think she's pretty too!

[@beeslaughter7674]

@@Murphy.AD.gg. booo

[@TheUnknownVoidEntity]

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:)

[@kaiaaaa297]

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

[@Zara_Beth]

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

[@kaiaaaa297]

@@Zara_Beth oh ok thanks I have a appointment tomorrow actually for a diagnoses cause I think I have Tourette’s

[@haniaaahs]

@@kaiaaaa297 I know this comment was months ago but how did your appointment go?

[@neroleona]

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 :)

[@dream_walker9726]

Oh geez it feel you, especially because mine are have aggressive movements and I hit stuff all the time

[@cairoraiser9338]

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

[@meismonica9189]

Chronic tics? Ayyy, same here!

[@j.d.burford313]

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.

[@ohgodimlost421]

I think my tics translated your ‘rawr’ into kind of a roar XD

[@Zara_Beth]

hahaha mine do different variants so sometimes its sweet and quiet and sometimes its growly and angry lmao

[@ryanheart1034]

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.

[@PoweredIncorporated]

Can't imagine how it would be to have to go through that every single day. Respect 🤟🤟🤟

[@beccaxrose2713]

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 :)

[@megaparsec7910]

Same here

[@immaratman8190]

Same here

[@stevenuman]

I love how you’re so sweet and kind to everyone especially with your tics

[@cziegle3794]

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.

[@TheXdartyx]

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 ❤

[@Zara_Beth]

thankyou!

[@Dart.QuantumLeague]

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

[@Zara_Beth]

hahah

[@LyraPyxisVT]

does it scare people sometimes when it quite, if you don't mind answering?

[@Dart.QuantumLeague]

@@LyraPyxisVT not particularly

[@LyraPyxisVT]

@@Dart.QuantumLeagueah ok

[@Dart.QuantumLeague]

@@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

[@ellieattfield5784]

At least your tics tried to be quiet 😭😂

[@felipeopinion]

The “Rawr” is mega cute

[@heyitzizz5604]

Amazing video for spreading awareness! You did I well to get your work done while ticcing! Well done Zara! Xx

[@Zara_Beth]

thank you!

[@LNLoughran]

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 ❤️

[@Zara_Beth]

thank you!

[@isabelperezweibel9084]

My cat came when you did the meow sound 😂💖

[@13._.1]

Me knowing damn well its midnight and this will set off my tics: Also me: **watches video**

[@Moth.187]

same

[@erika-rs3ns]

same 😭

[@death_rider_0316]

This is so cute and adorable, I feel bad for her having to go through this!

[@allesandra22]

You have changed so much since this first video. 🎉. We will all be so happy and proud to be your friend fr. 😊😊

[@yallknow_zay]

Zara the amount of rawrs that I did was crazy

[@annabellejimenez7992]

maybe say ridiculous cause the other word might be ablest :)

[@Nyte-nz6xn]

Aww I love the 🥺 “rawr”, and the “meow” 🥺

[@mickenzietucker440]

This is just good fun! Love it! So cute how you just live life the best you can be.

[@Alex-zi3kl]

I love that your friends just go with it

[@txss8432]

I love how everyone doesn’t rlly care that she’s swearing at them

[@katiejovel4847]

i love how she is smiling all the time 😁

[@antoine1973]

Respect Zara! You're so lovely!

[@Grillo.]

the whispering roar is so cute. greetings from chile ✌😁

[@aestheticallyash]

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.

[@nadjlar6314]

You are so sweet i wish you all the best ❤ stay strong

[@Hswier555]

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

[@tonywalker1954]

Is this your first upload if it is and if this is like a Tourettes and awareness channel I am definitely subscribing

[@Zara_Beth]

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!

[@MillieCook-sc3wt]

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.)

[@TYE2020]

Subscribed dun let ppl stop u from being a better person 🤘🏾

[@oliviagrace4584]

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

[@Zara_Beth]

yes it sure helps to get professional support and to be taken seriously :)

[@xoxoducks639]

@@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!

[@neptunnne.777]

@@Zara_Beth BULL.SHIT

[@ellaxoliviablink6096]

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❤😊❤

[@zachlinskey1794]

proud of you xx

[@Zara_Beth]

[@marcellinechoisne5627]

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!

[@Pumk1nP1e-Silly-Goober]

Omg ur tics are so cute!

[@keentrasborg2566]

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

[@koi-pe1uu]

Your so strong ♡♡♡♡♡

[@salliexx7631]

The meowing and the rarr is so cute xx

[@Alex-zi3kl]

I love your roar tic

[@latayapapworth9157]

I love it when you smacked the pen and it went flying

[@emilyf2213]

I feel like you would be such a fun friend to have

[@lizzydizzy2685]

Aww her meows are so cute

[@souzasam__]

This is beautiful

[@trevorclausen2994]

What a cute personality and sense of humor you have 😂😂😂😂

[@cayxmarkham_]

i love you Zara❤️xx

[@johanneboulay35]

You’re so cute ❤ Hear you whisper... I dying 😂😂

[@lilbroccoli9235]

Omg I love your glasses

[@Lucy-ws8ub]

Love the rahh it’s so cute 🥰

[@stephaniemcshane5025]

The meow is so cute xx

[@frankjd7809]

The "prrrrrrrrra" was so cute

[@AngeliEnriquezSagala]

i like your "rawr" "meow" "whistle" ♥

[@jokerledger3957]

0:54 0:57 the cutest roar i've ever heard in my life

[@oliviamiller8795]

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.

[@charismatic_writer]

I have the same thing! But mine developed after going back to school after quarantine

[@JuliaSt979]

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!

[@koool18]

Okay but you're so beautiful. Like fr. 💜

[@Jelleybean18]

You two are very sweet ❤️

[@Zara_Beth]

thank you❤️

[@nicoleamaro2303]

ur animal sounds are so cute 😍

[@jinjarogers1711]

I dont have torettes but i do have a strange cat meow tic, Especially if i see a dog or a cat. Lol

[@akemiskt]

ok but you're sooooo pretty

[@eleanorroberts5286]

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 ?

[@Zara_Beth]

no they don’t as it’s involuntary and i can’t help it :)

[@eleanorroberts5286]

@@Zara_Beth ah ok just wondered no offence in any way

[@vickiallard8406]

I don’t get why her friends would keep egging her on!?

[@audriannavelez5865]

your tics are so cool and theyh make you uniqe i also have tourettes syndrome

[@user-pc9un2yt3n]

Omg ilysm 💕

[@nicolawalkergray737]

Hi i love your tik toks and your youtube

[@formalvocabularyproclamation]

I’m so glad she lost the weight that she had despite the tics and fainting trying to stop her.

[@_aryan_23_]

She is soo cute 😍

[@alumadan1141]

Hey love that your putting your story out there....also a side note I think I have the same uniform as you😂

[@R1carib]

Love this video

[@lainiwaku]

tourette or not, you'r so pretty and cute ! :3

[@lillie3070]

You videos are amazing well done :) 💕

[@Zara_Beth]

thankyou!

[@rollybriones4489]

She so cute i like the beauty

[@Dan_Of_Art]

I saw one vid and now i subbed. Btw the best one yet is "furry baby" that made me laugh. Also one last thing. How does the teacher/s react?

[@amiellechesterangor5536]

So beautiful in my eyes ;)

[@DolphinDerp]

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.

[@ih8hvmanz259]

“Why the fuck aren’t you vegan yet?” I can’t- (Your amazing I love your videos! ^^)

[@rice.packet]

Omg I love ur meows 🥺🥺 there so cute and I have moter tics and I am not able to control them do u know anyway I can calm down my tics💜💜

[@pra_schleich]

My friend has fnd and this video was sort of similar to the tics she has in class. I thought as everyone enjoys your little comments I would share some of my friends ones on here. "Go home" "Talk to the hand" "Teacher on dr*gs" "Catch" - along with this she will throw things at me. "I have a bomb in my bag" She says many more things but these are my faves. She will also tap me on the head and tell the teacher to shut up which they laugh at. Hope this makes your day. ❤

[@Nightmare33i]

So cute ❤

[@sinnersprey]

Hi! I have tics but my teacher won’t let me have sensory items. Any tips? Also should I make a video? ❤️