Was seriously wondering that too? Why not 'toaster' or 'kettle' or just some other word(s) that could feesibly be associated with every day life/existance? Do they just say what they ideally want to, but somewhat inappropriately? i.e. "nice tits"!
Was seriously wondering that too? Why not 'toaster' or 'kettle' or just some other word(s) that could feesibly be associated with every day life/existance? Do they just say what they ideally want to, but somewhat inappropriately? i.e. "nice tits"!
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Do you have your laptop in the kitchen perchance? :P
Anyone know if the first series is being repeated at all? I've only just noticed that someone I worked with a few years ago is on it so kinda curious to see it now
Couple of observations/questions:
How on earth does someone with Tourettes manage in a classroom situation in school?
How come Sam's dog remained a puppy for at least a year?!
Couldn't help but think that Sam's dad and Richard's mum would have made a great couple!!
Was seriously wondering that too? Why not 'toaster' or 'kettle' or just some other word(s) that could feesibly be associated with every day life/existance? Do they just say what they ideally want to, but somewhat inappropriately? i.e. "nice tits"!
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I remember seeing something recently maybe on BBC3.... anyway there was a girl on it who said the word 'biscuits' hundreds and hundreds of times a day. She then commented something about not even particularly liking biscuits (this line was so wonderfully delivered) so I have no idea where they come from! I think the swearing one's just more publicised to be honest.
I find it really interesting that every person I've seen on TV etc with tourettes has got a cracking personality and usually seem to have quite the sense of humour about their condition.
You make a good point though, I've often wondered why they don't shout more random words rather than profanities.
I wonder if its almost a psychological filter removal where their true feelings/thoughts spill out.
I remember watching some programme a long time ago, where the girl said it was the things in the back of your mind that you know you shouldn't say. So if you saw an overweight person you'd think (consciously or subconsciously) about it but not say anything, whereas with Tourettes they focus so much on not saying anything that it comes out, if that makes sense?
It was so lovely to see what everyone had been up to, especially Richard. That man must go through a bottle of Lynx a day. I wish that horrible girl had been on from last year with the brittle bone disease who immediately shot her date down because he was in a wheelchair.
After watching this I've realised I have an attraction to people with tourettes. Both the guy on tonight's episode and the one from earlier this series have been attractive to me!
Shane (the poet) is brilliant and I'm so pleased that he got a book deal and a tour out of the exposure the show gave him. Far from a being guy with a learning disability, I see him as a Great British eccentric.
Love the guy with Aspergers as well. I loved the way he took the phone call from the agency, put the phone down, turned to his mum and then paused... "She's from fcuking London!"
I think the show is great and it's nice to get a glimpse of the personalities behind the disabilities.
Shane (the poet) is brilliant and I'm so pleased that he got a book deal and a tour out of the exposure the show gave him. Far from a being guy with a learning disability, I see him as a Great British eccentric.
Love the guy with Aspergers as well. I loved the way he took the phone call from the agency, put the phone down, turned to his mum and then paused... "She's from fcuking London!"
I think the show is great and it's nice to get a glimpse of the personalities behind the disabilities.
It was my first thought watching last night (didn't see first series so missed him), I wouldn't have said he has a learning disability, he had more intelligence, character and charisma than most men I've met! Okay his jokes were terrible, but can't blame him for trying with some of the awful dates he was on.
Just incase anyone is interested, I think Steve (the guy from Sunderland) has a girlfriend. I don't know him but I saw him today when he walked past me and he was walking hand in hand with a lass and they looked really happy and smiling
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The defence would be perfect.
If they have a history of having the condition then they should be OK, it would just depend on the circumstances.
Was seriously wondering that too? Why not 'toaster' or 'kettle' or just some other word(s) that could feesibly be associated with every day life/existance? Do they just say what they ideally want to, but somewhat inappropriately? i.e. "nice tits"!
:eek:
Do you have your laptop in the kitchen perchance? :P
LOL! NO, was just trying to 'example' things that you'd use/experience everyday.
He did tic NHS much to his mates amusement..
Seemed a lovely guy, not sure about pink haired, lip ringed, rotten teeth, student nurse though lol
I wonder if its almost a psychological filter removal where their true feelings/thoughts spill out.
Any hole is a goal:cool:
even the hole between the two front teeth :o
I wondered this too. Also I keep wondering why somebody hasn't come up with a drug which can help with Tourettes.
How on earth does someone with Tourettes manage in a classroom situation in school?
How come Sam's dog remained a puppy for at least a year?!
Couldn't help but think that Sam's dad and Richard's mum would have made a great couple!!
I thought the same thing! Potential spin-off maybe?
Fancy a threesome?
I remember seeing something recently maybe on BBC3.... anyway there was a girl on it who said the word 'biscuits' hundreds and hundreds of times a day. She then commented something about not even particularly liking biscuits (this line was so wonderfully delivered) so I have no idea where they come from! I think the swearing one's just more publicised to be honest.
I find it really interesting that every person I've seen on TV etc with tourettes has got a cracking personality and usually seem to have quite the sense of humour about their condition.
I remember watching some programme a long time ago, where the girl said it was the things in the back of your mind that you know you shouldn't say. So if you saw an overweight person you'd think (consciously or subconsciously) about it but not say anything, whereas with Tourettes they focus so much on not saying anything that it comes out, if that makes sense?
It was so lovely to see what everyone had been up to, especially Richard. That man must go through a bottle of Lynx a day. I wish that horrible girl had been on from last year with the brittle bone disease who immediately shot her date down because he was in a wheelchair.
Love the guy with Aspergers as well. I loved the way he took the phone call from the agency, put the phone down, turned to his mum and then paused... "She's from fcuking London!"
I think the show is great and it's nice to get a glimpse of the personalities behind the disabilities.
It was my first thought watching last night (didn't see first series so missed him), I wouldn't have said he has a learning disability, he had more intelligence, character and charisma than most men I've met! Okay his jokes were terrible, but can't blame him for trying with some of the awful dates he was on.
HE DID remind me so much of Justin Fletcher in his mannerisms and corny jokes.
There is one- but it has the side effect of completely draining a person's energy, so many people with Tourettes prefer not to use it.