This blog exists for a couple of reasons. First, it is to inform others of the awareness of Tourettes syndrome. Also, to explain what it is. In the U.S., 1 in 1000 people have tourettes syndrome. Tourette's syndrome is a neurological disorder involving vocal and movement tics where uncontrollable movements or verbal utterances are made. Tourettes is unique in each individual. Some symptoms that could come upon individuals include grunting, shouting, body twitches, and repetitious actions.