Courtney Stodden Opens Up About Neurological Disorder Linked to 2011 Interview

Courtney Stodden has publicly disclosed their diagnosis of Tourette's syndrome. They shared this news on Instagram, referencing an interview from 2011 where their condition was misunderstood.

Stodden Shares Diagnosis

Stodden explained that they were diagnosed with Tourette's syndrome as an adult, revealing that they had lived with uncontrollable tics throughout their childhood. These included stuttering, eye squinting, and other muscle movements.

Addressing Past Misunderstandings

In a lengthy Instagram caption, Stodden addressed how their 2011 interview led to misconceptions about them being under the influence, stating that the visible tics were due to stress and not substances.

No Longer Ashamed

Stodden expressed relief at no longer feeling ashamed of their diagnosis and encouraged others who have felt misunderstood about physical conditions beyond their control.

Their marriage at 16 to then-51-year-old Doug Hutchinson brought them into the public eye, but it also contributed to the misunderstanding of their behavior due to the pressure they faced at the time.