diff --git a/code/datums/brain_damage/mild.dm b/code/datums/brain_damage/mild.dm
index b66a1f6a128..1bca9029ba4 100644
--- a/code/datums/brain_damage/mild.dm
+++ b/code/datums/brain_damage/mild.dm
@@ -82,6 +82,7 @@
 	gain_text = "Your mind fills with foul language!"
 	lose_text = "Your mind returns to decency."
 	cure_type = CURE_CRYSTAL
+	can_gain = FALSE
 
 /datum/brain_trauma/mild/tourettes/on_gain()
 	owner.disabilities |= TOURETTES