Tic Disorder

Transient Tic Disorder: Causes, Symptoms, and Effective Solutions

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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 …

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Symptoms of Tic Disorders: Signs to Watch for in Children

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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 …

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Tics and Toxins: Three Major Ways It’s Affecting Your Child

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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, …

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Tic Disorders: Medical Treatments Vs. Natural Approaches

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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 …

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Food Sensitivities

Cracking the Code on Food Sensitivities: Your Path to Better Health

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Have you noticed your child’s tics worsening after meals? Food sensitivities could be a key factor. Kids with tic disorders may find relief by improving gut health, as inflammation from certain foods can trigger tics. Many families fear medication is the only option, but diet adjustments—like reducing dairy, gluten, or artificial additives—can help. This blog …

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MCP-1 and Tourette’s: What This Inflammatory Marker Reveals About Your Child’s Symptoms

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When your child’s tics worsen unexpectedly, functional testing can provide deeper insights than traditional approaches. This testing examines factors such as MCP-1, an inflammatory marker that may impact neurological symptoms. Tics may worsen after consuming certain foods, experiencing stress, or contracting infections, and functional testing helps identify underlying inflammatory processes that are often overlooked by …

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ADHD Tic Disorder

Tics and ADHD Meds: The Hidden Risks Parents Don’t Know About

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Have you ever watched your child’s tics worsen just days after starting their new ADHD meds? You’re not imagining things—and you’re not alone. Many parents find themselves caught in this frustrating cycle where the very medications meant to help their child focus seem to amplify their tics. The relationship between tics and ADHD meds isn’t …

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