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𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁’𝘀 𝗮 𝗧𝗶𝗰?
Tic disorders are characterized by repetitive, sudden and involuntary movements or sounds known as tics. Conditions like Tourette’s syndrome fall under this category and symptoms often appear in early childhood. These involuntary movements can be particularly distressing for the child and the caregivers.

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗰𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗧𝗶𝗰𝘀?
The exact cause is not fully understood but it’s believed to involve a combination of genetic and neurobiological factors. Some children experience extra problems like difficulty concentrating, fidgeting, impulsivity, and anxiety.

𝗧𝗶𝗰 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗧𝗶𝗰𝘀
* involuntary: not under the person’s control
* premonitory urge: a sensation or discomfort before the tic
* temporary suppressibility: can temporarily be suppressed but likely to reoccur
* suggestible: drawing attention increases occurrence
* sudden onset: often occur suddenly and without warning
* repetitive: occurring repeatedly
* motor or vocal: can be physical movements or sounds

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗧𝗶𝗰𝘀?
Most people with tics do not require any specific treatment. This is particularly the case when tics are not interfering with daily life. Where tics are disruptive, psychological treatments and medicines can be considered.

𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗣𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿:
* Tics are movements and sounds that people make involuntarily.
* Tics are not harmful to your child, but some children experience difficulty concentrating, fidgeting, impulsivity or anxiety.
* Home videos can be helpful for diagnosis.
* Active ignoring and not drawing attention to the movements are helpful strategies when tics do not bother your child.
* Consult with your pediatric neurologist if you are worried about your child’s tics.

𝗦𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗲𝘀:
Swaiman’s Pediatric Neurology
https://www.rch.org.au/kidsinfo/fact_sheets/Tics/

𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗹𝗮𝗶𝗺𝗲𝗿
This information is intended to support, not replace, discussion with your doctor or healthcare professionals.

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