Tic Disorder Blog

What is the connection between tic disorder genetics? There’s no specific gene to blame, but we know they can be a family issue or appear

What are tics, and why do they happen? You’re not alone if you’ve ever experienced sudden, repetitive movements or sounds you can’t control. Understanding tics

Have you ever wondered what triggers tic disorders like Tourette syndrome? Understanding these triggers can be critical in helping manage the condition. Stressful events, intense

  I get it…you are tired, frustrated, and confused! You have a tic diagnosis but no idea what it really means for you or your child.

https://youtu.be/LMXbGiNGF8g Cracking the Code on Food Sensitivities: Your Path to Better Health Hey there, health seekers! Today, we’re diving into food sensitivities and your kiddos

Tic Disorder Treatments: What Works, What Doesn’t, and What to Try Instead Are you a parent at your wit’s end trying to find effective treatments

Navigating Tic Disorder Management the Holistic Way!  Are you a parent feeling overwhelmed by your child’s tic disorder diagnosis? Tired of the endless merry-go-round of

Understanding Tic Disorders within the Spectrum – A Holistic View  Buckle up, folks – we’re about to dive into the wild and wacky world of

This week we are talking about Vector-Borne Illnesses What is a Vector-Borne illness? How Vector-Borne Illnesses can impact our healthIs there a connection to tics and what

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

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

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

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

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

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

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,

Understanding the Gut-Brain Connection: How Diet Impacts Tic Disorders For children with tic disorders, every parent asks the same question: What in the world is

This week we are talking about  The Potential Relationship between Tics/Tourette Syndrome and Gut Microbiome 👉🏻What this study says about gut bugs👉🏻What is there a

We are talking about Tics and Vitamin D Levels. Vitamin D: The Sunshine Nutrient That Could Help Manage Tic Disorders  Listen up, folks! If you’re a parent

Allergies and Anti-Tic Meds: The Surprising Connection You Need to Know  Buckle up, folks! We’re about to take a ride down one small rabbit hole

We are talking about Tics and ADHD Meds -Are ADHD Meds a culprit for your child’s tics -What is missing from this study -Why this isn’t

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=54Cg9DcLpEs&t=52s Buckle up, folks! Today, we’re diving into the wild world of tic disorder treatments and exposing the missing pieces of the puzzle.  The Study

https://youtu.be/PwL4nL9swmg Revolutionary Findings: Tics Linked to Immune System Overload As a parent of a child with tics, you’ve probably been searching high and low for

Sixty consecutive admissions were assessed for perceived stress, emotional dysregulation, severity of obsessions and compulsions, anxiety, depression, attention deficit disorder, and tic expression at a

We will be talking about Genes and V’s What you will learn:

Want to see your child live their life as a kid by not being so stressed out? Want them to stop being annoyed by their

Want to finally see your child take center stage in their life so that you can reclaim yours? It’s heartbreaking when your child misses out

Want to have a calm confident child? It’s heartbreaking to see your child suffer. I’ll show you how the gut and the brain are connected

Where environmental toxins hide Did you read last week’s blog on toxins? If so… 👋 Raise your hand if you think about your child’s tic

Could your home, school, or the products you use every day be making your child sick?  More than 85,000 chemicals are known to be circulating

 Ok, parents, this one’s for you.  I talk to moms (and dads) daily who are advocating for their children, fighting tooth and nail to get

A “Magic Pill”- To Be or Not To Be? Let’s play a game. I’ll name an ailment, you think of the “magic pill” that takes

Very often we have potential clients ask us questions about our process.  Here are a few of our FAQs and the answers that you crave!

Sometimes after functional lab testing is done, your kiddo comes back with food sensitivities. Usually, we recommend those particular foods be eliminated for a short

Have you ever picked up an item in the grocery store to read the label and thought, “what is this stuff?” Have you blindly tossed

What is Long Haul COVID? The CENTERS FOR DISEASE CONTROL (CDC) defines long haul COVID symptoms, also known as PASC (post-acute sequelae of SARS-CoV-2), as new, returning,

Do you feel like finding solutions to your child’s symptoms is like searching for buried treasure? If only you had a map to follow for

When you are the parent of a child with tics, sometimes your nerves are just plain shot. Sometimes the noise, the movement, the repetition, the

What is it like to be a child with tics? “It’s the worst feeling, it’s miserable to not have control of your body.” “It’s so

My Dear Friend, “Dr. Google” I have been in your shoes. I know exactly how it feels to watch my child suffer from debilitating tics

Most cultures center around food. Holidays and family gatherings are marked with special meals, dishes, and recipes that are oftentimes passed down through generations. Pop’s

Have you already seen a Primary Care Physician, a Neurologist, an Allergist, an Ear Nose and Throat Specialist, a Psychologist, a Psychiatrist, participated in a

Far too often I see clients come into my office and mom is about to pull her hair out because their child is out of

Many children with a tic disorder diagnosis also struggle with a laundry list of other issues including anxiety. One in three children in the US

Tic disorders stem from stress and our children seem to be living in a constant state of fight or flight.  What do your kids do

As parents, we are always on the lookout for how to stop tics or tic disorders treatments but we don’t take into account how another

I bet your doctor has never told you this before… Chronic inflammation is the primary driver of chronic disease and the underlying cause of chronic

Tic disorders include both motor and vocal tics. Tics can be physical, such as blinking or arm flailing, or verbal, such as the sounds made

I am sure you are wondering is there a connection between my kid getting sick and an increase in tics. Are you ready for a

You hear me cover many different types of topics in my weekly emails, on my blog, and on social media – everything from the latest

Has your child just been handed a tic disorder diagnosis? They are experiencing tics and twitches and you don’t know what to do!  Maybe you have

I’m not going to lie, I am a mom with two teenagers, and it has been hard at times to encourage them to eat healthily.

You may be asking yourself, “What does constipation have to do with tics?” Well, you may not know, but a study by the University of

The internet mentions Magnesium for tics about a billion times, but is it the magic bullet? If you are searching Dr. Google for natural approaches

There are a lot of confusing terms floating around in the world of pediatric autoimmune disorders. Some of these include PANDAS, PANS, and OCD. This blog

If you tried magnesium and B6 for tics with no success it’s time to learn the symptoms that may indicate your child has a gut

Parents, if you’re like me, then at some point in the past 12 months you’ve had to ask your doctor a barrage of questions about

You have tried everything to stop your child’s tics, magnesium and B6 didn’t seem to help. Now it’s time to go back to school and

Let me guess you have read everything on the internet about tic disorders and you have finally arrived here! You have tried magnesium and B6

Parents of kids diagnosed with tic disorders (tics) often wonder what they can do to help their children. You feel like you have tried every

“You’re sitting there, eating your favorite meal, when you notice a tic in your child’s eye. Your first thought is that they are just being

I am sure you are wondering how do I stop tics? Are their natural treatments for tic disorders? The internet says magnesium and B6 work

The gut is one of the most important factors when it comes to our overall health, many issues can be tied to unbalanced gut flora,

Do you have a little one that struggles with mood, weight, behavior, ADHD, anxiety, SPD, OCD, or even sleep? If so it’s time to kick

Conquering Anxiety! I cannot tell you how many people I know who say they suffer from anxiety and depression. I see everyone on Facebook posts

Here kids take a puff of this cigarette! WHAT? You are probably thinking “this lady has lost her mind!” We wouldn’t offer our kids a

Looking back, my son’s tic symptoms started long before he had a tic. When I look back from the second he was born. I can

Screen time is toxic! It’s not just the toxicants in and around our homes but electromagnetic fields (EMF) exposure can be toxic too. We have

Glyphosate was found guilty by a California jury for causing cancer in a school groundskeeper, who was repeatedly exposed to it in his line of