This week we are talking about Tic Disorders and Sleep How tics are impacted by SleepHow do we all start sleeping betterIs there a connection to tics and what does this mean for you? Tics and Sleep: The Surprising Connection You Need to Know Hey there, sleepy heads! If you’ve got a kiddo with tics, you …
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This week we are talking about Heart Rate Variability What is heart rate variability?Why is my heart rate important?Is there a connection to tics and what does this mean for you? Heart Rate Variability: The Secret to Calming Your Nervous System Hey there, frazzled parents and stressed-out kiddos! If you’re feeling like your nervous system …
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This week we are talking about Tic Disorders and Anxiety Why anxiety isn’t normal What you really need to know about anxietyIs there a connection to tics and what does this mean for you? Tics and Anxiety: Two Peas in a Dysfunctional Pod If you or your kiddo are dealing with tics, anxiety, or both, I’ve got …
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This week we are talking about Tic Disorders and Puberty How tics are impacted by pubertyWhy the internet is wrong on this oneIs there a connection to tics and what does this mean for you? Tics and Puberty: Busting the Myth of Hormonal Havoc Ah, puberty. The time of raging hormones, growth spurts, and attitude adjustments. …
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This week we are talking about Detoxes, do they work? What you need to know about detoxesWhy they may not work for you?Is there a connection to tics and what does this mean for you? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kgpPdEJaKMQ Hey there, health warriors! If you’ve been hanging out on the internet lately, you’ve probably seen a million and one …
This week, we are going to talk about: 👉🏻What these studies say👉🏻What is there a correlation between neurotransmitter levels and tics👉🏻What does this mean for your family? We will also cover what neurotransmitters are and what role they play in your body. https://youtu.be/jnxdMEJ7kek Tics and Neurotransmitters: Unraveling the Brain-Body Connection If you’re like me, you’ve …
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Tics and ADHD Medication: Exploring the Connection Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders, with around 10% of children being diagnosed. Stimulant medications like amphetamines and methylphenidate are often prescribed to help manage ADHD symptoms. However, some studies suggest there’s a link between tics and ADHD medication. We’ll explore …
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Excitatory Neurotransmitters: Substance’s Impact on Tourette’s and Tic DisordersTics/Tourette syndrome and excitatory substances Individuals with Tics/Tourette syndrome may experience an exacerbation of tic disorder symptoms with the use of excitatory substances. Excitatory neurotransmitters, such as glutamate and aspartate, can increase the firing of neurons, leading to an increase in tic symptoms. Research has shown that …
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Do Boys and Girls Experience Tic Disorders Differently? We are talking about Boys Vs. Girls. You may have heard the statistics but what do they really mean? 👉🏻what the studies say👉🏻what the studies are missing👉🏻what does this mean for your family? Tics like throat clearing, blinking, sniffing and other involuntary movements often emerge in childhood. …
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What Causes Tic Disorders? A Closer Look at the Root Causes First things first, what causes Tic disorders, and exactly are they? In simple terms, they’re conditions where a person has sudden, uncontrolled movements or sounds, known as tics. These can range from blinking or throat clearing to more complex movements or vocalizations. But here’s …
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