Imagine noticing your child blink, twitch, or make sounds they can’t control. At first, you might brush it off as a phase, but over time, those little patterns grow harder to ignore. These are more than random habits; they’re signs of tic disorders, and understanding them can be the first step toward real answers. The challenge …
Tic Disorders and the Spectrum: Why Labels Aren’t Enough for Your Child Read More »
Living with tic disorder can feel like being stuck on a never‑ending loop, confusing, tiring, and even kinda scary. The usual meds sometimes just don’t cut it, so people start looking elsewhere. Changing what you eat, such as cutting out soda or adding more leafy greens, might help calm things a bit. Simple breathing or …
Tic Disorder Treatments: What Works, What Doesn’t, and What to Try Instead Read More »
Have you ever wondered how a slight genetic variation could influence everything from your child’s energy levels to their neurological health? The MTHFR gene tic disorder connection is one of the most talked-about and misunderstood topics in functional medicine today. This enzyme-driven gene plays a crucial role in how the body processes folate, detoxifies, and …
Understanding MTHFR Gene Tic Disorder: The Role of Genetics, Environment, and Gut Health Read More »
Every summer, without fail, I hear the same desperate cry from parents in my practice: “Dr. Gibson, we were doing so well all winter and spring… and now the tics are back with a vengeance. What’s happening?!” If this is your story, take heart. You’re not imagining things, and you’re certainly not alone. For many …
Summer Tic Flares in Children: How Chlorine Triggers Brain Inflammation Read More »
Does your child sometimes blink excessively, clear their throat repeatedly, or make sudden movements they can’t seem to control? It might feel alarming at first, especially when these behaviors appear out of nowhere. But what if these tics are temporary, a fleeting phase rather than a lifelong condition? Transient tic disorder, though often misunderstood, is …
Transient Tic Disorder: Causes, Symptoms, and Effective Solutions Read More »
Not every twitch, sound, or odd movement is “just a habit.” Sometimes, these repetitive actions are part of a deeper neurological pattern known as tic disorders. The symptoms of tic disorders can be subtle—like a fleeting facial grimace that passes unnoticed—or unmistakable, such as repeated vocal outbursts in the middle of a conversation. What makes …
Symptoms of Tic Disorders: Signs to Watch for in Children Read More »
You’ve tried everything. The medications, the therapies, the endless appointments. Yet your child’s tics persist, leaving you wondering if there’s something you’re missing. What if the answer isn’t just in treating the signs but in understanding what might be triggering them in the first place? Environmental toxins are everywhere – in the air we breathe, …
Tics and Toxins: Three Major Ways It’s Affecting Your Child Read More »
For parents of children with tics, they have considered these questions one too many times—how food may be affecting tics? Is something as simple as what’s on their plate playing a part in why they struggle with tics? And they often feel frustrated by the lack of clear answers or overwhelmed by conflicting advice. Conversations …
How Food May Be Affecting Tics: Wellness Through Diet Read More »
Have you ever noticed how stress or even a simple cold seems to make everything feel worse? For those dealing with tics, it’s not just an inconvenience—it can feel like their signs are magnified overnight, leaving you wondering why and what you can do about it. Tics and illness can take on a whole new …
How Tics and Illness Are Connected: Causes, Triggers, and Solutions Read More »
When your child’s first tic appears, you’re suddenly thrust into a world where you’ll face one of the most challenging decisions parents encounter: choosing between tic disorders medical treatments vs natural approaches. You’re not alone if you’ve found yourself scrolling through research at 2 a.m., weighing the potential side effects of recommended medications against the …
Tic Disorders: Medical Treatments Vs. Natural Approaches Read More »
