Conditions We Treat
Assessment and personalised support for children and young people experiencing recurring movements or vocalisations that can be difficult to control.
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Understanding Tic Disorders
Tics are sudden, rapid and recurring movements or sounds that a child may find difficult to control. Their frequency and intensity can change over time and may increase during periods of stress, excitement or tiredness.
Movements such as eye blinking, facial movements, head jerking or shoulder shrugging.
Sounds such as throat clearing, sniffing, grunting or repeating particular words or phrases.
A Tourette syndrome diagnosis requires multiple motor tics and at least one vocal tic lasting over a year, beginning before age 18.
Other tic disorders may involve different combinations or durations of motor and vocal tics.
Possible Signs
The presence of an occasional movement or sound does not automatically indicate a tic disorder.
Tics Across Everyday Life
Tics may affect concentration, classroom participation, social confidence and everyday routines. Some children experience little disruption, while others may find their tics physically uncomfortable, tiring or difficult to manage in quiet environments.
Attempting to suppress tics for long periods can require significant effort. Stress caused by drawing attention to or criticising the tic may also make the child's experience more difficult. The impact will vary according to the type and frequency of the tics and the child's individual circumstances.
Our Approach
Not every child with tics will require ongoing clinical intervention. Support is based on how the tics affect the child's comfort, wellbeing and everyday participation.
Where helpful, care may involve psychoeducation, psychological strategies, family and school guidance, or support with associated anxiety, OCD or attention-related needs. Psychiatric or medical input may also be recommended where appropriate.
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How We Support
Not every child with tics will require ongoing intervention. Recommendations will depend on the impact the tics have on the child's comfort, wellbeing and everyday life.
Support may involve psychoeducation, psychological strategies, guidance for families and schools, or help managing stress and associated emotional difficulties. Psychiatric or medical input may be recommended where appropriate.
The aim is to support the child's wellbeing and participation without criticising or unnecessarily drawing attention to their tics.
The Clinical Pathway
Every family receives a clear and structured journey, from the first referral through to personalised intervention and ongoing progress reviews.
A family, GP or school gets in touch. We listen carefully and gently open the door to support.
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If recurring movements or vocalisations are affecting your child's wellbeing or everyday functioning, our team can help you understand the available assessment and support pathways.
