On this week’s Baylen Out Loud, family drama and medical anxieties take center stage, creating a potent cocktail of stress for 22-year-old Baylen Dupree and her family. Following a birthday party blow-up, Baylen’s partner, Colin, is working overtime to mend fences and rebuild trust. But that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Baylen’s Tourette Syndrome, which manifests in extreme vocal and motor tics, appears to be worsening.
Her parents, Allen and Julie, are facing the difficult decision of whether to pursue Deep Brain Stimulation, a procedure with significant risks and uncertain rewards. As if dealing with a complicated young adult relationship and grappling with a chronic condition weren’t enough, there’s another issue: Colin’s about to reveal his true intentions to Baylen’s parents. Is he in it for the long haul or just along for the ride?
Baylen Out Loud has followed Baylen’s journey toward independence while managing her Tourette’s, and this episode looks to tackle some of the toughest challenges yet. The series generally takes a sensitive approach to depicting Baylen’s experience, avoiding exploitation while highlighting the importance of family support. See how it all plays out Monday, February 24th at 9:00 PM on TLC.
