A Tourette Conversation: Anthony Ervin and Pedro Cavour

Two swimmers, Anthony Ervin and Pedro Cavour, sit down to discuss how they live their lives with Tourette Syndrome. Anthony Ervin explains how he has overcome the challenges of being a swimmer with Tourette Syndrome to go on to win a Gold Medal in Rio and his experiences as an adult with Tourette Syndrome. Pedro Cavour, who witnessed Anthony Ervin win his gold medal, explains how swimming has aided his tics and co- occurring conditions by soothing his anxiety. The two share their different experiences with Tourette Syndrome and how it has effected them both negatively and positively in their swimming.
"Every time I get into the water I feel so much better." -Pedro Cavour